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J218 TBW

2002 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,468 mi
Last recorded31,468 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR40027,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ218 TBW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,468 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 31,315 miles

Front headlamp beam tape fitted

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 30,932 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 30,760 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 30,678 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 30,656 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 30,656 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 30,124 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 28,121 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 24,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 24,718 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,790 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 20,790 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2005 18,627 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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J218 TBW is a 2002 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 27,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J218 TBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J218 TBW registered?

J218 TBW is a 2002 Honda VFR400, first registered on 22 January 2002.

Is J218 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J218 TBW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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