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PL03 FMX

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,157 mi
Last recorded18,157 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 FMX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 18,157 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 17,813 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 17,805 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 17,790 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 17,790 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 17,749 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 17,749 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 17,712 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 17,712 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 17,712 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 16,888 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 16,519 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 15,769 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 14,793 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 14,793 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 14,382 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 14,171 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 13,044 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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PL03 FMX is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PL03 FMX, 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 PL03 FMX registered?

PL03 FMX is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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