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H887 AGF

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,731 mi
Last recorded61,731 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH887 AGF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 61,731 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 61,727 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Clutch lever fouling clocks (2.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 60,186 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 58,770 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 57,827 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 56,462 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,256 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 55,256 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 53,957 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 53,181 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 51,986 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 51,986 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 51,753 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 51,170 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 49,431 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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H887 AGF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H887 AGF, 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 H887 AGF registered?

H887 AGF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 10 July 1997.

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