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G463 XWS

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,355 mi
Last recorded78,355 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG463 XWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2009 78,355 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 78,353 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 76,137 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 75,499 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 72,101 miles

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

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

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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G463 XWS is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G463 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G463 XWS registered?

G463 XWS is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is G463 XWS safe to buy?

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