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SO03 RUH

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,318 mi
Last recorded19,318 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y11,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 RUH
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp-y
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 19,318 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 18,845 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 May 2025 18,845 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2024 18,820 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 18,482 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 18,461 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 18,422 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 18,231 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front tyre wear

Pass 22 Feb 2017 14,892 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 14,892 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 13,689 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 13,148 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 11,514 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 10,588 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 9,616 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 8,247 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 6,733 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp-y?

Based on 1,289 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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SO03 RUH is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,297 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-y fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO03 RUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp-y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp-y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO03 RUH registered?

SO03 RUH is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is SO03 RUH safe to buy?

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