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SP12 NKJ

2012 Honda VFR1200

Blue Petrol 1237cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,358 mi
Last recorded28,358 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda VFR120020,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 NKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR1200
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,237cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 28,358 miles

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

centre stand seized

Pass 8 Jan 2025 28,000 miles

center stand seizing

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 27,952 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively lower shock absorber link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 27,559 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 27,428 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 26,947 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 26,766 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,941 miles

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

Slight notch in the steering movement

Pass 16 May 2017 26,843 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 22,727 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR1200?

Based on 1,956 MOT tests across 200 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,290
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
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SP12 NKJ is a 2012 Honda VFR1200 in Blue with a 1,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Honda VFR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 20,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP12 NKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Honda VFR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP12 NKJ registered?

SP12 NKJ is a 2012 Honda VFR1200, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SP12 NKJ safe to buy?

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