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J929 LMR

1991 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,899 mi
Last recorded44,899 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR40040,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ929 LMR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 44,899 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 44,768 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 44,761 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2018 44,687 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 44,614 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 44,391 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 44,391 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 43,959 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 43,514 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 43,147 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 41,414 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 41,414 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2011 35,608 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 31,502 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 31,300 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 31,300 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 31,116 miles

advise n/s mirror us cracked

Pass 18 Jul 2006 30,388 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
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J929 LMR is a 1991 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 40,818 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 J929 LMR, 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 35 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J929 LMR registered?

J929 LMR is a 1991 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J929 LMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J929 LMR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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