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JLZ 4862

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,824 mi
Last recorded25,824 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLZ 4862
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 25,824 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 25,759 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 25,737 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 25,716 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 25,553 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 25,471 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 25,168 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 24,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Feb 2018 24,959 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 23,206 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 22,199 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 21,210 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 19,984 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 199,964 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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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JLZ 4862 is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 JLZ 4862, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JLZ 4862 registered?

JLZ 4862 is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is JLZ 4862 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLZ 4862 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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