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H236 FPX

1998 Honda VFR400R3

Silver Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,936 mi
Last recorded45,936 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R335,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH236 FPX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 45,936 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

number plate not standard size but can be read from 15 metres

Fail 11 May 2012 44,793 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 May 2012 44,793 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 44,631 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 44,631 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

front mudguard and brace missing

Pass 16 Apr 2010 44,634 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 44,631 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 43,853 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 45,513 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 45,513 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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H236 FPX is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3 in Silver with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 H236 FPX, 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 H236 FPX registered?

H236 FPX is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is H236 FPX safe to buy?

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