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G79 YAE

1998 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

48,089 mi
Last recorded48,089 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R335,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG79 YAE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 48,089 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,126 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 46,126 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2008 46,105 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2007 41,923 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 41,923 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 35,281 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 35,135 miles

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

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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G79 YAE is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 35,552 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 G79 YAE, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G79 YAE registered?

G79 YAE is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 22 July 1998.

Is G79 YAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G79 YAE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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