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H171 AGF

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,940 mi
Last recorded17,940 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH171 AGF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 17,940 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 17,551 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 17,545 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 17,167 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 16,738 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 16,409 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 16,399 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,912 miles

O/S Bar end loose

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear brake disc has hairline cracks

Front tyre cracking in tread pattern

Fail 13 Jul 2013 15,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

O/S Bar end loose

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear brake disc has hairline cracks

Front tyre cracking in tread pattern

Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,761 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 17 Apr 2012 15,761 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 14,964 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 14,962 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 14,246 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 14,246 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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H171 AGF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 H171 AGF, 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 H171 AGF registered?

H171 AGF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is H171 AGF safe to buy?

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