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G838 NVF

1998 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,249 mi
Last recorded59,249 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R335,552 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG838 NVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 59,249 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 57,422 miles

front brake noisey when applied

Fail 30 Apr 2014 57,174 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 56,471 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 44,626 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 44,626 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 43,378 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 42,737 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 41,807 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 53,166 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 53,166 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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G838 NVF is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G838 NVF, 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 G838 NVF registered?

G838 NVF is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is G838 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G838 NVF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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