Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp reliable?

Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles, the 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Vtr1000 Sp (2004)

102 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.8% first-time pass rate

2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp

CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2004 Honda VTR1000 SP is a solid performer by MOT standards, with a 91.8% first-time pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 2.9% of vehicles. Reliability isn't a concern here—this is a bike that tends to pass its test without drama.

The median mileage of just 10,795 miles suggests these are cherished machines rather than hard-ridden commuters, which explains the low failure rate of 0.87 per vehicle. When you're shopping for one, expect routine advisories (averaging 2.9 per test) around wear items like chain and sprockets, but focus your inspection on service history and whether the bike's been properly maintained rather than worrying about structural or mechanical surprises.

We have limited data for the 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.87

Over 10.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 6k–18k

For context

These stats describe 102 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

10,795

typical

6,186

low mileage

17,911

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp vehicles fall between 6,186 and 17,911 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,186 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 6,186–17,911 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sps sit.

⚠ Over 24,179 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sp — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 69% of 2004 Honda Vtr1000 Sps are still active.

35 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 69% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.87

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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