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G205 NVF

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,795 mi
Last recorded38,795 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG205 NVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 38,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 38,661 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

throttle slow on right lock

Fail 19 Aug 2013 38,661 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 37,542 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 36,281 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 29,726 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 22,941 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 22,941 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 19,529 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 19,529 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 17,535 miles

brake fluid black in front brake resovior

Fail 10 Jul 2006 17,417 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front brake fluid black in resovior.

NO free play at cluch lever!!! May cause clucth slip.

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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G205 NVF is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 G205 NVF, 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 G205 NVF registered?

G205 NVF is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is G205 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G205 NVF shows 12 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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