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J748 HMB

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,771 mi
Last recorded16,771 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ748 HMB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020 16,771 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2013 13,587 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Right hand riders footrest bent

Pass 25 Apr 2012 13,587 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 13,006 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 12,427 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 12,427 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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J748 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J748 HMB, 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 J748 HMB registered?

J748 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is J748 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J748 HMB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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