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G181 SCG

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

35,439 mi
Last recorded35,439 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG181 SCG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 35,439 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 35,439 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 35,314 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 35,208 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2009 35,206 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 33,919 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 32,049 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 32,049 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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G181 SCG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 G181 SCG, 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 G181 SCG registered?

G181 SCG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is G181 SCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G181 SCG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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