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G697 SVV

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Grey Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,049 mi
Last recorded23,049 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG697 SVV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 23,049 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 22,031 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

left hand brake light not working

left hand rear light goes out when brake applied

Pass 29 Sep 2006 21,377 miles

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

front and rear brakes both binding slightly

Fail 29 Sep 2006 21,377 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front and rear brakes both binding slightly

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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G697 SVV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Grey with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G697 SVV, 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 G697 SVV registered?

G697 SVV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is G697 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G697 SVV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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