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H54 JVR

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,743 mi
Last recorded16,743 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH54 JVR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2015 16,743 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 16,743 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 16,148 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 15,896 miles
Fail 20 May 2012 15,890 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2011 15,527 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 12,877 miles

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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H54 JVR is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H54 JVR, 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.

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What year was H54 JVR registered?

H54 JVR is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is H54 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H54 JVR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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