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C189 NGJ

1996 Honda VFR400R3

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,535 mi
Last recorded49,535 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC189 NGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 May 2015 49,535 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 May 2014 40,534 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2012 37,453 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 35,387 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 33,712 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 33,096 miles
Pass 27 May 2007 30,743 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 28,994 miles

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

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

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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C189 NGJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,214 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C189 NGJ, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C189 NGJ registered?

C189 NGJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 7 June 1996.

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