CarVerify

Free Car Check

J494 JOU

1992 Honda VFR400

Silver Petrol 398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

64,263 mi
Last recorded64,263 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2006
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR40038,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationJ494 JOU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2006 64,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 64,263 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 49,400 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
Full Honda VFR400 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

J494 JOU is a 1992 Honda VFR400 in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 38,744 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 VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J494 JOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J494 JOU?

You can check the full history of J494 JOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J494 JOU registered?

J494 JOU is a 1992 Honda VFR400, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J494 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J494 JOU shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J494 JOU 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 J494 JOU. 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.