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H866 VVG

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,406 mi
Last recorded38,406 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH866 VVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 38,406 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 38,404 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect undersize (6.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 32,383 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 30,179 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 23,375 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 10,701 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 25,986 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 25,976 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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H866 VVG 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 75%.

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 H866 VVG, 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 H866 VVG registered?

H866 VVG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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The MOT history for H866 VVG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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