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YL03 HKN

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

13,359 mi
Last recorded13,359 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 HKN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 13,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 13,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 12,530 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 12,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 12,241 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2020 12,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 12,116 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 12,028 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 11,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 11,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 11,128 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 10,923 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 10,822 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2010 10,340 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 10,338 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 8,712 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 7,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 7,134 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 5,006 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp?

Based on 25,488 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 269
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 110
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YL03 HKN is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 13,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 Sp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL03 HKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YL03 HKN registered?

YL03 HKN is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is YL03 HKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 HKN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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