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D251 YTY

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,928 mi
Last recorded64,928 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD251 YTY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 64,928 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 63,591 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 63,591 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 63,591 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,802 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 60,802 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 59,549 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 59,535 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 57,202 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Mar 2011 57,202 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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D251 YTY is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 35,533 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 D251 YTY, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D251 YTY registered?

D251 YTY is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is D251 YTY safe to buy?

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