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J205 FGT

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

43,498 mi
Last recorded43,498 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ205 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 43,498 miles

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))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 43,497 miles

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))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 38,361 miles

Offside stop lamp not working

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2020 38,361 miles

Offside stop lamp not working

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 33,717 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 33,311 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2018 33,311 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 31,387 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 23,162 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 22,652 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 22,427 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 30,046 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 27,151 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 27,003 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

slight blow on rear exhuast manifold

Pass 1 May 2008 22,393 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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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.

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