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LA53 HSG

2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,379 mi
Last recorded11,379 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp12,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA53 HSG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 11,379 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 11,184 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 10,443 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 9,536 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 May 2013 9,536 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Mar 2012 8,991 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 8,991 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 7,735 miles

rear brake lights and indicators on left hand rear onlt 75% light up

rear number plate close to rear tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2008 7,342 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 7,342 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 6,203 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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LA53 HSG is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 12,809 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 LA53 HSG, 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 22 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 LA53 HSG registered?

LA53 HSG is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is LA53 HSG safe to buy?

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