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Y551 GAP

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,805 mi
Last recorded27,805 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y13,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY551 GAP
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp-y
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 27,805 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 27,129 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 27,129 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 26,090 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 26,089 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 25,663 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 25,653 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 25,653 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 25,091 miles

oil leeking from top of engine area. customer has been shown

Pass 17 Jun 2011 24,959 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,843 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,374 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 24,229 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 20,981 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 12,192 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp-y?

Based on 1,289 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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Y551 GAP is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,686 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 Sp-y fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y551 GAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp-y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp-y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y551 GAP?

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What year was Y551 GAP registered?

Y551 GAP is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y551 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y551 GAP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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