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NL03 PDY

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,722 mi
Last recorded19,722 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL03 PDY
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 19,722 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 19,722 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 19,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 19,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 19,042 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2012 18,096 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 17,508 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,824 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 16,083 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 13,637 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 11,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2006 9,872 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 9,860 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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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NL03 PDY is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NL03 PDY, 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 NL03 PDY registered?

NL03 PDY is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is NL03 PDY safe to buy?

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