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NL02 YLT

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,863 mi
Last recorded18,863 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 YLT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 18,863 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 18,785 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 18,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 18,709 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,694 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 18,679 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 18,375 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,189 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 17,483 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,928 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 15,460 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 15,460 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 14,868 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 12,484 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 12,104 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 10,129 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 8,849 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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NL02 YLT is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NL02 YLT, 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 NL02 YLT registered?

NL02 YLT is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is NL02 YLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL02 YLT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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