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N17 HRC

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,386 mi
Last recorded12,386 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN17 HRC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 12,386 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 12,362 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 12,162 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 12,145 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 11,179 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 10,503 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 9,494 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 6,913 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 3,841 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 3,841 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 2,891 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 2,666 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 2,451 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2009 2,391 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2008 2,278 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,276 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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N17 HRC 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 93.8%.

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 N17 HRC, 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 N17 HRC registered?

N17 HRC is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is N17 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N17 HRC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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