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F176 THW

1998 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

63,993 mi
Last recorded63,993 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R335,552 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF176 THW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 63,993 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 61,906 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 59,004 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 49,228 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 48,174 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 48,174 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 38,301 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 38,300 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 36,437 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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F176 THW is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 35,552 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 F176 THW, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F176 THW registered?

F176 THW is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is F176 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F176 THW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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