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F851 JHA

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,459 mi
Last recorded33,459 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF851 JHA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 33,459 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 33,457 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 33,408 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jun 2008 33,397 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre flat

left front fork seal leaking

Fail 27 Apr 2006 33,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2006 33,270 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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F851 JHA is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,214 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 F851 JHA, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F851 JHA registered?

F851 JHA is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is F851 JHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F851 JHA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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