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H791 NFX

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,851 mi
Last recorded5,851 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH791 NFX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 5,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 5,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 4,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 4,308 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 3,511 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 2,908 miles

no pillion seat or pegs fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2019 2,288 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 1,596 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 1,585 miles

Brake hose porous front right alloy brake fitting cracked (1.1.12 (e))

Footrest missing pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 36 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

alloy brake fittings on front brakes

Fail 21 Jun 2016 36 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

alloy brake fittings on front brakes

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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H791 NFX is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H791 NFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H791 NFX registered?

H791 NFX is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is H791 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H791 NFX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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