CarVerify

Free Car Check

D853 KPT

1987 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,733 mi
Last recorded57,733 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR400R344,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD853 KPT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 57,733 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 64,228 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 64,228 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 6,385 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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
Full Honda VFR400R3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D853 KPT is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D853 KPT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D853 KPT?

You can check the full history of D853 KPT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D853 KPT registered?

D853 KPT is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D853 KPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D853 KPT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D853 KPT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D853 KPT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.