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NU52 OUL

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,544 mi
Last recorded13,544 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 OUL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2025 13,544 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 13,293 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch in headstock bearings. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 13,118 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 12,706 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 12,650 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 12,355 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 11,893 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 11,598 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 11,435 miles

Stone chip in rear tyre.

Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,315 miles

Front tyre out of shape and worn unevenly. Advise replacement ASAP.

Pass 25 May 2007 9,861 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 9,820 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2006 8,112 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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NU52 OUL is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NU52 OUL, 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 NU52 OUL registered?

NU52 OUL is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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The MOT history for NU52 OUL 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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