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F796 NBR

1989 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,094 mi
Last recorded49,094 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR400R333,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF796 NBR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 49,094 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 48,907 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 48,828 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 48,461 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 48,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 48,010 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 47,358 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 46,818 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2011 46,818 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 46,496 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 46,351 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 45,333 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 45,333 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 43,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Upper 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.

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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F796 NBR is a 1989 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 33,626 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 F796 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 37 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F796 NBR registered?

F796 NBR is a 1989 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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