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H266 TEP

1991 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,239 mi
Last recorded51,239 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR400R329,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH266 TEP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 51,239 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 51,013 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 50,982 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 50,320 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 50,286 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 46,442 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 43,762 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 40,692 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 40,668 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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H266 TEP is a 1991 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 29,342 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 H266 TEP, 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 35 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H266 TEP registered?

H266 TEP is a 1991 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H266 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H266 TEP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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