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AF52 VBD

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

19,721 mi
Last recorded19,721 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 VBD
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 19,721 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread Depth 1.45mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 19,685 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned Fitted to L/H/S (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 19,401 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.99mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,039 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 19,039 miles

Rear Brake fluid contaminated Air in system, Faulty vent. (1.8 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 19,026 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front steering damper has slight play at joint

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

rear brake hose resting on exhaust pipe

Pass 22 Jul 2019 18,860 miles

No Chain Guard Fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2018 18,515 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 18,499 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2016 18,036 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,524 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm remaining (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2014 16,980 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 15,368 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,301 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 14,710 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 13,930 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 May 2009 12,971 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 11,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 11,375 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 9,528 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 9,528 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 9,523 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 8,101 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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AF52 VBD is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 14,236 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 AF52 VBD, 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 24 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AF52 VBD is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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