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D453 GVC

1987 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,014 mi
Last recorded45,014 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR400R344,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD453 GVC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 45,014 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 44,818 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 44,799 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 44,155 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))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 43,283 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 42,468 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 42,449 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Aug 2009 42,151 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 42,151 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 41,884 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 40,936 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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D453 GVC is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,155 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 D453 GVC, 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 39 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D453 GVC registered?

D453 GVC is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D453 GVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D453 GVC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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