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F782 NBR

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

33,758 mi
Last recorded33,758 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF782 NBR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 33,758 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 33,482 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 33,180 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 33,094 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 32,975 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 32,753 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 32,428 miles

Chain guard missing

chain close to exhaust

Fail 21 Aug 2012 32,428 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Chain guard missing

chains runs close to exhaust

Pass 14 May 2011 30,485 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

belly pan insecure at one of fixings

faring bracket broken

Pass 5 May 2010 28,956 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

drive chain links sticking

surface cuts in front tyre tread

Pass 9 May 2009 28,664 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 28,548 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 28,211 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 27,774 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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F782 NBR is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F782 NBR, 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 F782 NBR registered?

F782 NBR is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is F782 NBR safe to buy?

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