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VU52 UHT

2002 Honda CRF450R

Red Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Honda CRF450R378 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 UHT
MakeHonda
ModelCRF450R
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

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

no lights fitted

Pass 17 May 2023

Chain guard missing ()

no lights fitted

Fail 17 May 2023

Rear Tyre fouling another component fouling chain (5.2.3 (f))

Chain guard missing ()

no lights fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2022

No lights fitted time of test

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 2,018 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017
Fail 11 Nov 2017

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2014

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 18 Jul 2013 74 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

daylight only test carried out -only brake light fitted

rear tyre very open tread -but E marked

How Reliable is the Honda CRF450R?

Based on 530 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
141
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre is unsuitable 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Wheel spoke excessively loose 8
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VU52 UHT is a 2002 Honda CRF450R in Red with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda CRF450R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 378 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 CRF450R fails its MOT is tyre is unsuitable, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 UHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CRF450R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Honda CRF450R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU52 UHT registered?

VU52 UHT is a 2002 Honda CRF450R, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is VU52 UHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 UHT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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