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J459 EUM

1992 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

17,286 mi
Last recorded17,286 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ459 EUM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 17,286 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Apr 2026 17,281 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 16,737 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 15,665 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 13,832 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2021 13,331 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 12,839 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,600 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 12,173 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 12,002 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 12,002 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 11,836 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 11,481 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 11,408 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

slight dent in front wheel rim

Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,042 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 11,041 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 10,847 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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J459 EUM is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J459 EUM, 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 J459 EUM registered?

J459 EUM is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J459 EUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J459 EUM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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