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GU53 MWM

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,506 mi
Last recorded16,506 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 MWM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 16,506 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 16,234 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 15,751 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 15,527 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 15,136 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 14,806 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 14,252 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 13,692 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 12,633 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 11,075 miles

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

offside exhaust silencer clamp needs tightening

Pass 2 Oct 2006 9,301 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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GU53 MWM is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GU53 MWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU53 MWM registered?

GU53 MWM is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is GU53 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 MWM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU53 MWM have outstanding finance?

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