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G381 XTN

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,353 mi
Last recorded50,353 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG381 XTN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 50,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Upper Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery hold down requires adjustment to further secure battery

throttle action stiff

Fail 4 Jul 2006 50,078 miles

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

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

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

after market exhaust fitted

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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G381 XTN is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G381 XTN, 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 G381 XTN registered?

G381 XTN is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is G381 XTN safe to buy?

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