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LF02 VNJ

2002 Honda XL 1000V Varadero

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,725 mi
Last recorded62,725 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 VNJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL 1000V Varadero
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 62,725 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 59,625 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 56,855 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 56,849 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 55,555 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 55,488 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 55,471 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2016 43,981 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 32,778 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 32,757 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 32,611 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 31,127 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 31,127 miles

Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,307 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 29,307 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Honda XL 1000V Varadero?

Based on 787 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Brake disc(s) has excessive run out 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 4
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LF02 VNJ is a 2002 Honda XL 1000V Varadero in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Honda XL 1000V Varadero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF02 VNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 1000V Varadero typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Honda XL 1000V Varadero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF02 VNJ registered?

LF02 VNJ is a 2002 Honda XL 1000V Varadero, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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The MOT history for LF02 VNJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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