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Y971 FPU

2001 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,552 mi
Last recorded34,552 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 F18,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY971 FPU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 34,552 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 33,748 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 32,681 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 32,134 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 31,736 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 31,399 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 30,907 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 30,131 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 28,802 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake binding only very slightly

front brake reservoir over filled

Pass 11 May 2016 28,458 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 28,456 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 28,059 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 27,131 miles

Clutch fluid level low

Pass 6 Apr 2013 26,376 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 25,324 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 25,001 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,782 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 20,914 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 19,654 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 19,654 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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Y971 FPU is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 18,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y971 FPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y971 FPU registered?

Y971 FPU is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y971 FPU safe to buy?

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