2002 Honda Vfr400r3 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Vfr400r3 models manufactured in 2002, based on 66 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2002 Honda Vfr400r3 MOT Analysis
The 2002 Honda Vfr400r3 has an MOT pass rate of 74.2% based on 66 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,509 miles on the odometer. With a 25.8% failure rate, the 2002 Vfr400r3 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2002 Honda Vfr400r3 is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 12.1% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle suspension is the second most common issue at 12.1%. Motorcycle wheels follows at 12.1%.
Top failures specific to 2002 models only. The overall Vfr400r3 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 12.1% | 8 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Suspension | 12.1% | 8 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Wheels | 12.1% | 8 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 9.1% | 6 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Brakes | 6.1% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 25,509 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.75 | 12.1% | 8 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 4.75 | 12.1% | 8 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 4.75 | 12.1% | 8 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.56 | 9.1% | 6 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.38 | 6.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.59 | 1.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2002 Honda Vfr400r3 has an MOT pass rate of 74.2% based on 66 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,509 miles on the odometer. With a 25.8% failure rate, the 2002 Vfr400r3 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2002 Honda Vfr400r3, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 25,509 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 12.1% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 12.1% of MOT failures on 2002 Honda Vfr400r3 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle suspension — 12.1% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 12.1% of MOT failures on 2002 Honda Vfr400r3 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle wheels — 12.1% of failures
Motorcycle wheels issues account for 12.1% of MOT failures on 2002 Honda Vfr400r3 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.