Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

1992 HONDA VFR400R-M0.4L Petrol

J785 MLT

Considering this 1992 HONDA VFR400R-M? It's a Petrol with a 399cc engine showing 28,857 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 17/03/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1992
Engine
399cc
Mechanical Assessment
The 1992 Honda VFR400R-M currently holds a clean bill of health, with the most recent MOT test on March 18, 2026, resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This outcome confirms a stable and positive maintenance trend, indicating that the motorcycle has been kept in a roadworthy condition despite its age. The absence of advisories during the last two inspections suggests that the previous owner has addressed mechanical needs proactively rather than allowing issues to accumulate. The recorded mileage of 28,857 miles over a 34-year lifespan averages approximately 849 miles per annum, which is exceptionally low for a machine of this vintage. The data shows minimal usage between June 2023 and March 2026, with only 43 miles added to the odometer during that 33-month period. While this confirms the bike has spent significant time in storage, the clean test results imply that the machine has been preserved effectively rather than neglected during these dormant phases. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components prone to degradation during long-term storage. Rubber seals, fuel lines, and coolant hoses often perish or harden even when a vehicle is not in active use, so check for signs of cracking or weeping fluids. The brake system, including the master cylinders and caliper pistons, requires a thorough check for internal corrosion or seized components that may not be immediately apparent during a standard MOT. Given the low annual mileage, verify the age of the tyres for sidewall cracking, as the rubber compound may have exceeded its functional lifespan despite retaining legal tread depth.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The 1992 Honda VFR400R-M currently holds a clean bill of health, with the most recent MOT test on March 18, 2026, resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This outcome confirms a stable and positive maintenance trend, indicating that the motorcycle has been kept in a roadworthy condition despite its age. The absence of advisories during the last two inspections suggests that the previous owner has addressed mechanical needs proactively rather than allowing issues to accumulate. The recorded mileage of 28,857 miles over a 34-year lifespan averages approximately 849 miles per annum, which is exceptionally low for a machine of this vintage. The data shows minimal usage between June 2023 and March 2026, with only 43 miles added to the odometer during that 33-month period. While this confirms the bike has spent significant time in storage, the clean test results imply that the machine has been preserved effectively rather than neglected during these dormant phases. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components prone to degradation during long-term storage. Rubber seals, fuel lines, and coolant hoses often perish or harden even when a vehicle is not in active use, so check for signs of cracking or weeping fluids. The brake system, including the master cylinders and caliper pistons, requires a thorough check for internal corrosion or seized components that may not be immediately apparent during a standard MOT. Given the low annual mileage, verify the age of the tyres for sidewall cracking, as the rubber compound may have exceeded its functional lifespan despite retaining legal tread depth.
MOT Test History Overview

Registered in 1992, this Honda Vfr400R-M with plate J785 MLT has undergone 2 MOT inspections since June 2023.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 2 passes and 0 failures recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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