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WU52 VJE

2002 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,785 mi
Last recorded13,785 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda XR4006,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 VJE
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 13,785 miles

Lights masked at time of test

Fail 31 Mar 2025 13,785 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 13,574 miles

Front brake lever bent

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 13,574 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front brake lever bent

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 11,928 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 11,928 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2015 11,006 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,461 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 7,969 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 6,793 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 4,529 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 4,449 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 4,449 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 4,118 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2009 4,118 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 3,500 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 3,134 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR400?

Based on 15,679 MOT tests across 1,711 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 236
wheel bearings have excessive free play 203
Tyre is unsuitable 181
wheel bearings have excessive free play 170
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 134
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WU52 VJE is a 2002 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 6,780 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 XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU52 VJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU52 VJE registered?

WU52 VJE is a 2002 Honda XR400, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is WU52 VJE safe to buy?

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