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J190 YEO

2002 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

63,486 mi
Last recorded63,486 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR400R330,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ190 YEO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 63,486 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 62,612 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 61,827 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 58,680 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 58,680 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 56,150 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 54,472 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 54,458 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 53,369 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 50,041 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 50,041 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 46,884 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2009 46,884 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 45,873 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 45,116 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 45,116 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 44,647 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?

Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 290
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 270
reflector on motorcycle missing 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 254
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 202
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J190 YEO is a 2002 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 30,824 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 VFR400R3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 290 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J190 YEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R3 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J190 YEO registered?

J190 YEO is a 2002 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 17 July 2002.

Is J190 YEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J190 YEO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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