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J479 GGO

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,445 mi
Last recorded35,445 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ479 GGO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 35,445 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 35,445 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2011 35,443 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 35,445 miles

in dicator switch intermittent

Pass 26 Jun 2008 34,534 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 34,422 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 34,422 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 29,295 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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J479 GGO is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J479 GGO, 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 J479 GGO registered?

J479 GGO is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is J479 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J479 GGO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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