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F220 EBV

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,579 mi
Last recorded58,579 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF220 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 58,579 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 58,296 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 57,926 miles

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 28 Apr 2018 57,490 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 14 May 2007 53,860 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 53,763 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2007 53,575 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Front Braking system does not have an approriate system/s fitted according to its age (3.1.1) DANGEROUS

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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F220 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour 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 F220 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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What year was F220 EBV registered?

F220 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is F220 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F220 EBV 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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