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VU52 MFE

2002 Honda CBR600FS

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,584 mi
Last recorded18,584 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CBR600FS17,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 MFE
MakeHonda
ModelCBR600FS
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 18,584 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2025 17,933 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 16,545 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 14,677 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 14,258 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 13,705 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 13,705 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 12,963 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 12,400 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 May 2018 12,400 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 10,637 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 9,827 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 9,619 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 8,984 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 7,682 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 5,880 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 5,880 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR600FS?

Based on 29,431 MOT tests across 2,462 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 449
reflector on motorcycle missing 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 149
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VU52 MFE is a 2002 Honda CBR600FS in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Honda CBR600FS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,214 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 CBR600FS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 449 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 MFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR600FS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Honda CBR600FS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU52 MFE registered?

VU52 MFE is a 2002 Honda CBR600FS, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is VU52 MFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 MFE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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