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J550 PDE

1992 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,119 mi
Last recorded47,119 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ550 PDE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 47,119 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 47,119 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 May 2025 45,224 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 45,140 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 May 2015 44,632 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 44,052 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 42,046 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,039 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 41,039 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 39,412 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 May 2011 39,412 miles

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,257 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 36,387 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 34,507 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2007 32,610 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 29,368 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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J550 PDE is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J550 PDE, 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 J550 PDE registered?

J550 PDE is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J550 PDE safe to buy?

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