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F117 EBV

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Orange Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,531 mi
Last recorded37,531 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF117 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 37,531 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 37,344 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 37,109 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 36,839 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 36,759 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 36,463 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 35,745 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 35,658 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 35,552 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 35,533 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 35,533 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 35,197 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,473 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 31,650 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 24,748 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 24,731 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 20,295 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 18,702 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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F117 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Orange with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 F117 EBV, 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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How do I check the history of F117 EBV?

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What year was F117 EBV registered?

F117 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is F117 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F117 EBV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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