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W48 SJF

2000 Honda VTR1000

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

10,401 mi
Last recorded10,401 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR100018,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW48 SJF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 10,401 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 10,401 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2025 8,916 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 8,841 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 7,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

chrome pitted on front fork legs

Pass 17 Jul 2020 7,328 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 6,881 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 6,389 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 6,188 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 5,955 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 5,477 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 5,053 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 16,171 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 14,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 13,533 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 13,533 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2008 12,433 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 7,387 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 7,387 miles

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2006 6,702 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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W48 SJF is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2000 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,102 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W48 SJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W48 SJF?

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What year was W48 SJF registered?

W48 SJF is a 2000 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W48 SJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W48 SJF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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