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G317 YTA

1990 Honda VFR400R3

Orange Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,280 mi
Last recorded67,280 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR400R328,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG317 YTA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1990
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 67,280 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 66,904 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 66,775 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 Dec 2009 62,369 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 56,101 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front discs rusty

Pass 17 May 2008 55,752 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 55,752 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 52,859 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2006 52,248 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 52,248 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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G317 YTA is a 1990 Honda VFR400R3 in Orange with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 28,750 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 G317 YTA, 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 36 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G317 YTA registered?

G317 YTA is a 1990 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G317 YTA safe to buy?

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