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RY53 UFA

2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

20,531 mi
Last recorded20,531 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp12,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 UFA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 20,531 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 20,011 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 19,410 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 19,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 19,253 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 19,237 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 19,178 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 19,165 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 19,140 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 18,901 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 18,339 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 17,221 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 16,293 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 14,236 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 12,809 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 10,097 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 7,801 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 7,801 miles

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

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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RY53 UFA is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 RY53 UFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY53 UFA registered?

RY53 UFA is a 2004 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 13 February 2004.

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The MOT history for RY53 UFA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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