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H895 DFG

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

51,913 mi
Last recorded51,913 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH895 DFG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 51,913 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 51,056 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 50,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 50,109 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 6 May 2014 47,370 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

slight leak to exhaust system

Pass 6 May 2014 47,370 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

slight leak to exhaust system

Fail 11 Mar 2014 47,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 40,893 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 40,266 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 40,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 39,596 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 37,510 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 36,047 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Fail 16 Feb 2007 36,047 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

front brakes slightly binding

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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H895 DFG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 H895 DFG, 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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H895 DFG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 27 November 1997.

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