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ExpiredMileage
17,306 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Bike is fitted with an aftermarket exhaust silencer but does not emit a noise louder than a similar machine fitted with a standard silencer.
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?
Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.
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J296 UNB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 J296 UNB, 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 J296 UNB registered?
J296 UNB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 15 May 1997.
Is J296 UNB safe to buy?
The MOT history for J296 UNB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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