MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,650 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?
Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F398 EVG is a 1988 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1988 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 48,888 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 F398 EVG, 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 38 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F398 EVG registered?
F398 EVG is a 1988 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 August 1988.
Is F398 EVG safe to buy?
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