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K18 VFR

1992 Honda VFR400R3

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,344 mi
Last recorded29,344 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 29,344 miles

Rear hub bearing (single sided swingarm) has a slight play

Pass 5 Jun 2024 29,112 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 29,112 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 28,649 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 28,649 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 28,642 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 28,639 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 28,636 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 28,619 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 28,482 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,545 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 28,213 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

left hand front indicator slightly damaged

rear brake hose liable to catch rear wheel

Pass 23 Jun 2011 28,083 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 28,004 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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K18 VFR is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K18 VFR, 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 K18 VFR registered?

K18 VFR is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 22 December 1992.

Is K18 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K18 VFR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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