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G473 TRC

1990 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

21,713 mi
Last recorded21,713 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR400R328,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG473 TRC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1990
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 21,713 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2025 21,708 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 21,523 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 21,402 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 21,261 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 21,230 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2019 20,924 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 20,833 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front mudguard catching wheel

Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,270 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 19,916 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 19,729 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 19,338 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 18,699 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 17,604 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2012 17,604 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2011 17,408 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 16,900 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 16,164 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 15,446 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 14,509 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 13,661 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 13,661 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 Jun 2006 13,645 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 17 May 2006 13,532 miles

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

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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G473 TRC is a 1990 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 G473 TRC, 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 G473 TRC registered?

G473 TRC is a 1990 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G473 TRC safe to buy?

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