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G471 FTW

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,151 mi
Last recorded39,151 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG471 FTW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 39,151 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 39,146 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 39,141 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 39,137 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 39,120 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 39,087 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 39,049 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 38,982 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 38,894 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 38,753 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 38,652 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 38,646 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 38,193 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 38,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2008 37,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 37,537 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 33,073 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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G471 FTW is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G471 FTW, 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 G471 FTW registered?

G471 FTW is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 7 February 1997.

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