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NB02 VTR

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,416 mi
Last recorded23,416 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNB02 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 23,416 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 21,962 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 20,787 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 19,479 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 19,454 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 19,029 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 19,029 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,104 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 5,180 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 3,251 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 3,236 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 May 2008 3,080 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 2,409 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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NB02 VTR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 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 NB02 VTR, 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 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NB02 VTR registered?

NB02 VTR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is NB02 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NB02 VTR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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