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J671 NJR

1998 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,057 mi
Last recorded42,057 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R31,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ671 NJR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2013 42,057 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 42,026 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 41,359 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 39,336 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 39,006 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 38,378 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 36,474 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 36,474 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2006 33,991 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 33,991 miles

Centre Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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J671 NJR is a 1998 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,684 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J671 NJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J671 NJR registered?

J671 NJR is a 1998 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is J671 NJR safe to buy?

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