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G858 BFC

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

58,413 mi
Last recorded58,413 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG858 BFC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 58,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure

Indicator switch insecure switchgear loose on handlebar (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside fairing slightly insecure

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 57,520 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Position lamp switch slightly loose (4.2.2 (b))

Fail 12 May 2025 57,518 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Position lamp switch slightly loose (4.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 55,647 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 53,933 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 53,020 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Forks Slightly Pitted

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 53,020 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Forks Slightly Pitted

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 51,517 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 49,100 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 49,100 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 49,091 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 47,709 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 46,775 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 46,775 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 May 2009 46,734 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

headlamp covered

Fail 24 Apr 2009 46,730 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

n/s foot rest loose on mounting

rear mudguard under tray insecure

Pass 30 Mar 2007 46,050 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 45,389 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Apr 2006 45,389 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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G858 BFC is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 G858 BFC, 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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G858 BFC is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 14 October 1997.

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