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L97 PSF

1993 Honda VFR400R3

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,406 mi
Last recorded47,406 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda VFR400R333,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL97 PSF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2026 47,406 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2025 48,219 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 47,182 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 47,152 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 45,984 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 44,291 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2008 36,867 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 36,867 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 35,442 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 35,442 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 34,906 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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L97 PSF is a 1993 Honda VFR400R3 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 33,630 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L97 PSF, 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 33 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L97 PSF registered?

L97 PSF is a 1993 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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