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K830 PDY

2002 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,029 mi
Last recorded43,029 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR40027,937 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK830 PDY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 43,029 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 42,532 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 42,236 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 41,885 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 40,507 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 38,529 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 37,910 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 36,126 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 13 Aug 2018 35,752 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 35,493 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 35,493 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 3,473 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 34,572 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 33,054 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside bulb in rear light inoperative

Pass 31 Aug 2013 32,365 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 31,719 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 29,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,112 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 27,112 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2008 22,836 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 22,836 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 22,357 miles

Offside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 21,639 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 20,983 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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K830 PDY is a 2002 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K830 PDY, 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.

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What year was K830 PDY registered?

K830 PDY is a 2002 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is K830 PDY safe to buy?

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