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BU02 XRG

2002 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,444 mi
Last recorded30,444 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 F16,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 XRG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 30,444 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 May 2024 29,141 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 27,852 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 26,646 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 23,392 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 12,385 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,129 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 11,909 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 11,483 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 11,483 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 11,333 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 11,326 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2010 10,621 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 10,621 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 10,027 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,239 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,406 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 7,407 miles

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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 XRG is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XRG, 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 XRG registered?

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

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