MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,498 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly undersize. (0.1 (b))
Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Mirror/ Top cowling bracket rests on top yoke on full left hand lock. (2.1.4 (e))
Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly undersize. (0.1 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Mirror/ Top cowling bracket rests on top yoke on full left hand lock. (2.1.4 (e))
Offside stop lamp not working
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Offside stop lamp not working
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Side stand spring weak
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Side stand spring weak
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
slight blow on rear exhuast manifold
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?
Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J205 FGT is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,214 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 J205 FGT, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was J205 FGT registered?
J205 FGT is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 12 April 1996.
Is J205 FGT safe to buy?
The MOT history for J205 FGT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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