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E781 CGK

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,291 mi
Last recorded47,291 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE781 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2012 47,291 miles

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 13 Nov 2012 47,291 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 46,152 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2011 46,152 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 34,699 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 28,410 miles

front tyre wearing low + perished

Pass 26 Jun 2007 26,759 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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E781 CGK is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 E781 CGK, 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 E781 CGK registered?

E781 CGK is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is E781 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E781 CGK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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