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H347 BGN

1997 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

42,359 mi
Last recorded42,359 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH347 BGN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2013 42,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 62,644 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 62,644 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2006 44,710 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 44,710 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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H347 BGN is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H347 BGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H347 BGN registered?

H347 BGN is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is H347 BGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H347 BGN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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