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J947 LUE

1992 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,762 mi
Last recorded27,762 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ947 LUE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 27,762 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 27,567 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 27,248 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 27,092 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 27,019 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 26,891 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 26,824 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 26,709 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 26,505 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 25,875 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 25,763 miles

Drive chain slightly loose chain tight / requires lubrication (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 25,502 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 25,094 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,897 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 24,620 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 24,307 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,927 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 23,035 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 22,496 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 21,899 miles

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

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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J947 LUE is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J947 LUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J947 LUE registered?

J947 LUE is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 8 May 1992.

Is J947 LUE safe to buy?

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