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H651 GBP

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,339 mi
Last recorded84,339 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH651 GBP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2012 84,339 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 80,868 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 23 May 2011 80,868 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2010 78,594 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 75,362 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 69,359 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 61,084 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 50,279 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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H651 GBP is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H651 GBP, 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 H651 GBP registered?

H651 GBP is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 27 May 1997.

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The MOT history for H651 GBP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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