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G659 AUD

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,116 mi
Last recorded36,116 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG659 AUD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 36,116 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 35,773 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 35,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 34,923 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 34,378 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 33,269 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 33,268 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 32,685 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 31,805 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 29,674 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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G659 AUD is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G659 AUD, 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 G659 AUD registered?

G659 AUD is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is G659 AUD safe to buy?

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