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BU02 VGE

2002 Honda FX650

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,208 mi
Last recorded28,208 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda FX65014,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VGE
MakeHonda
ModelFX650
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 28,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Feb 2026 28,208 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 27,568 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 26,836 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 26,021 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 24,950 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 23,091 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 22,017 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,561 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 21,544 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 21,544 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 20,485 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,485 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 17,613 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 14,478 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 14,445 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 14,401 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 14,337 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 14,237 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 13,701 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 12,934 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

How Reliable is the Honda FX650?

Based on 4,156 MOT tests across 362 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
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BU02 VGE is a 2002 Honda FX650 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda FX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 14,489 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 FX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 VGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Honda FX650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU02 VGE registered?

BU02 VGE is a 2002 Honda FX650, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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