Honda Vtr1000 Sp
MotorcycleFrom 778 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 1 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 92.9% | a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2001 | 92.8% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2000 | 90% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vtr1000 Sps tested had between 15,848 and 31,463 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,565 median miles, the Vtr1000 Sp has 0.033 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Vtr1000 Sp MOT pass rate?
The Honda Vtr1000 Sp has a 92.5% MOT pass rate based on 778 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Vtr1000 Sp?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Vtr1000 Sp is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Vtr1000 Sp at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Vtr1000 Sp is 22,565 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,848 and 31,463 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.