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MC02 HRC

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,136 mi
Last recorded11,136 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC02 HRC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 11,136 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 10,663 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 9,887 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 9,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2019 9,457 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 13 Nov 2018 9,241 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 9,232 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2017 8,624 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 7,846 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,407 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 7,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fuel tank damaged

Pass 1 Jun 2013 6,070 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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MC02 HRC is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MC02 HRC, 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 MC02 HRC registered?

MC02 HRC is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 2 October 2002.

Is MC02 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC02 HRC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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