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H502 DBK

1991 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,236 mi
Last recorded42,236 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR400R329,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH502 DBK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,236 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 42,205 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 39,801 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2011 39,772 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 36,722 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 36,358 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 36,358 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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H502 DBK is a 1991 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 H502 DBK, 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.

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What year was H502 DBK registered?

H502 DBK is a 1991 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 15 February 1991.

Is H502 DBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H502 DBK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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