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BU02 XRD

2002 Honda VTR1000 F

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,501 mi
Last recorded36,501 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 F16,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 XRD
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 36,501 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 3,449 miles
Pass 28 May 2024
Pass 9 Jun 2023 19,814 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 18,444 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 17,989 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 17,123 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 14,566 miles

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Fail 15 Jun 2018 14,566 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Pass 31 May 2017 13,407 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 12,762 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 11,881 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 10,940 miles
Pass 2 May 2013

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 9,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 8,233 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 5,715 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 4,479 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 Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 4,479 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 3,704 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 2,594 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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BU02 XRD is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 16,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 XRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 XRD registered?

BU02 XRD is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 March 2002.

Is BU02 XRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 XRD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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