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GU52 VYV

2002 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,717 mi
Last recorded19,717 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 F16,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 VYV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 19,717 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 19,687 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 19,642 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 19,495 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 19,493 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 19,463 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 19,432 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 19,432 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 18,658 miles

n/s/f foot rest rubber worn

Pass 3 Jul 2017 18,043 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 17,728 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 17,606 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 17,395 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 17,162 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 17,065 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,015 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,133 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,763 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 13,932 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 13,932 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 12,937 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2005 10,730 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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GU52 VYV is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GU52 VYV, 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.

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What year was GU52 VYV registered?

GU52 VYV is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is GU52 VYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 VYV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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