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H119 EAE

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,213 mi
Last recorded59,213 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH119 EAE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 59,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 56,866 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 54,735 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 54,735 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2015 466,375 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 45,178 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 39,887 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 36,931 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 36,931 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 32,976 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 29,555 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 29,555 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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H119 EAE is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 H119 EAE, 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 H119 EAE registered?

H119 EAE is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is H119 EAE safe to buy?

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