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FM02 NBF

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,873 mi
Last recorded26,873 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 NBF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 26,873 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 26,687 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 25,899 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 25,626 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 25,589 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 25,244 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 24,994 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 24,827 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 23,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2014 21,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2014 21,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 19,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake pipes rub on full right lock .

Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake pipes rub on full right lock .

Pass 5 Apr 2012 17,996 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 14,883 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 13,462 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,185 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 11,402 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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FM02 NBF is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM02 NBF, 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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What year was FM02 NBF registered?

FM02 NBF is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is FM02 NBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 NBF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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