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F997 THU

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,025 mi
Last recorded34,025 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF997 THU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2011 34,025 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 33,306 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 33,306 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,425 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2009 32,425 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 32,350 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

very slight bind on front brake

Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,990 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 30,344 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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F997 THU is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F997 THU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F997 THU?

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What year was F997 THU registered?

F997 THU is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is F997 THU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F997 THU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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