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OXZ 4242

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,840 mi
Last recorded26,840 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOXZ 4242
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 26,840 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 26,154 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 25,717 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 24,908 miles
Pass 18 May 2020
Pass 1 Apr 2019 21,333 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 20,766 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2015 20,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2015 20,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 20,348 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 19,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 19,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 18,766 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 16,148 miles

front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 17 Sep 2007 14,060 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 9,830 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 9,332 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 9,332 miles

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

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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OXZ 4242 is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OXZ 4242, 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 OXZ 4242 registered?

OXZ 4242 is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 21 March 2002.

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