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G256 VNF

1990 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,710 mi
Last recorded32,710 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR400R328,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG256 VNF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 32,710 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 32,640 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 32,603 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 32,497 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 32,316 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 32,111 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 32,008 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 31,866 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 31,607 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 31,296 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 30,840 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 30,840 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 30,369 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,963 miles

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

L/H handlebar slightly bent

Fail 10 Aug 2012 29,963 miles

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

L/H handlebar slightly bent

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 29,887 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 27,103 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 24,224 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 22,713 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 22,674 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

brake pedal anti slip surface missing

Pass 23 May 2007 20,769 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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G256 VNF is a 1990 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 28,750 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 G256 VNF, 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 36 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G256 VNF registered?

G256 VNF is a 1990 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 20 March 1990.

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