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RC51 JAP

2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,348 mi
Last recorded19,348 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp14,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 JAP
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,348 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 19,227 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 19,074 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 18,965 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 18,563 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 17,709 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 17,709 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 16,550 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 16,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2015 16,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 15,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Nov 2013 15,956 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 15,709 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 15,626 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 15,626 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 15,175 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 14,920 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 14,288 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 13,776 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 12,456 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 10,643 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 10,643 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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RC51 JAP is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RC51 JAP, 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 RC51 JAP registered?

RC51 JAP is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is RC51 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 JAP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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