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GF53 PWY

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,120 mi
Last recorded31,120 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 PWY
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 31,120 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 30,944 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 30,929 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 30,843 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 30,088 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 29,783 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 29,783 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2013 28,412 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,679 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 26,784 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 25,957 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 25,957 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 25,339 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 25,080 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 21,073 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 20,965 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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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GF53 PWY is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF53 PWY, 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 GF53 PWY registered?

GF53 PWY is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 PWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 PWY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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