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L357 WGJ

2000 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,489 mi
Last recorded33,489 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR400R332,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL357 WGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 33,489 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 33,318 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 33,114 miles

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 32,935 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 32,280 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 32,261 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 31,438 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 30,531 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 29,766 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 28,723 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 28,165 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 27,372 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 26,814 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 25,948 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 25,499 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 24,689 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 24,129 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 22,695 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 20,681 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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L357 WGJ is a 2000 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 32,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L357 WGJ, 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 26 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L357 WGJ registered?

L357 WGJ is a 2000 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is L357 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L357 WGJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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