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J194 OVY

1992 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,482 mi
Last recorded37,482 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ194 OVY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 37,482 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 37,466 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 37,407 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 37,294 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 36,892 miles

Steering movement slightly notchy

Pass 22 Jul 2017 36,163 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 35,362 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 34,726 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 34,137 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 32,716 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 31,726 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 30,455 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 29,608 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 28,548 miles

steering headbearing movement 'notchy'

Fail 18 Jul 2009 28,527 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

steering headbearing movement 'notchy'

Pass 5 Jul 2008 27,955 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 27,537 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 26,922 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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J194 OVY is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,433 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 J194 OVY, 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 34 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J194 OVY registered?

J194 OVY is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 5 May 1992.

Is J194 OVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J194 OVY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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