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J513 TEC

2004 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

54,307 mi
Last recorded54,307 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR400R329,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ513 TEC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 54,307 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 54,307 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 54,307 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

HANDLEBARS OUT OF LINE WITH FRONT WHEEL

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 53,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 53,184 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 45,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 45,520 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 31,891 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 28,987 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 23,816 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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J513 TEC is a 2004 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 29,198 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 J513 TEC, 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 22 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J513 TEC registered?

J513 TEC is a 2004 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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