CarVerify

Free Car Check

J499 GGN

1994 Honda VFR400

Purple Petrol 398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,068 mi
Last recorded40,068 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2012
Typical for 1994 Honda VFR40038,771 mi

Below or 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

RegistrationJ499 GGN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1994
ColourPurple
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

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2012 40,068 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 39,938 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 39,938 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 39,938 miles

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

J499 GGN is a 1994 Honda VFR400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 38,771 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J499 GGN, 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 32 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 J499 GGN?

You can check the full history of J499 GGN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J499 GGN registered?

J499 GGN is a 1994 Honda VFR400, first registered on 6 July 1994.

Is J499 GGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J499 GGN 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 J499 GGN 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 J499 GGN. 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.