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J732 JUF

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,439 mi
Last recorded31,439 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ732 JUF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 31,439 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 31,134 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 31,035 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 31,022 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

drive chain slightly tight

Pass 20 Jul 2017 30,945 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 30,765 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 30,765 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,618 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 30,618 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,581 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 30,480 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 30,151 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 29,727 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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J732 JUF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J732 JUF, 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 J732 JUF registered?

J732 JUF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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The MOT history for J732 JUF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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