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H960 EAY

1991 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,487 mi
Last recorded28,487 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR400R329,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH960 EAY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 28,487 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 28,390 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 28,040 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 27,853 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 27,664 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 27,116 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 26,173 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 26,173 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 25,388 miles

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2016 25,318 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Sep 2016 25,304 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear light not working (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 25,016 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Front forks weaping oil (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 24,665 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 24,665 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 22,985 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 21,684 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 20,927 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 20,927 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 19,784 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 19,479 miles

Different makes of brake disc fitted to left & right hand front wheel

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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H960 EAY is a 1991 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 29,342 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 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 H960 EAY, 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 35 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H960 EAY registered?

H960 EAY is a 1991 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 21 February 1991.

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