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J540 EEE

1992 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,634 mi
Last recorded47,634 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ540 EEE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 47,634 miles

rear seat missing at time of test

Pass 15 Aug 2020 47,609 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 47,159 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 47,159 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 46,971 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 46,971 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 45,787 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 45,782 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2009 44,740 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 44,740 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

tyre pressure low

Pass 25 Apr 2008 43,230 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 42,492 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 41,942 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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J540 EEE is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,433 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 J540 EEE, 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 34 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J540 EEE registered?

J540 EEE is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J540 EEE safe to buy?

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