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G287 XWS

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,990 mi
Last recorded30,990 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG287 XWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2008 30,990 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Upper Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 30,908 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 8 May 2007 28,863 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 20,539 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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G287 XWS is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G287 XWS, 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 G287 XWS registered?

G287 XWS is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 21 November 1996.

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