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Y183 GMA

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,115 mi
Last recorded26,115 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY183 GMA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2013 26,115 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

gear lever to linkage bolt loose but not insecure

lock nut on clutch lever missing not insecure

rear brake push rod lock nut loose but not insecure

two underside fairing fixings missing

Pass 6 Apr 2013 26,115 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

gear lever to linkage bolt loose but not insecure

lock nut on clutch lever missing not insecure

rear brake push rod lock nut loose but not insecure

two underside fairing fixings missing

Pass 23 Mar 2012 25,742 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 25,742 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 24,971 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 23,709 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 23,709 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,124 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2009 23,124 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 19,161 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 14,727 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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Y183 GMA is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 16,914 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 Y183 GMA, 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 25 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 Y183 GMA registered?

Y183 GMA is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 16 July 2001.

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