MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,353 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear brake is binding slightly
front tyre nearly bald
front wheel rim dented
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear number plate,smaller than manufactures original size
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear number plate,smaller than manufactures original size
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear 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)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?
Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J789 ATO is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 J789 ATO, 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 J789 ATO registered?
J789 ATO is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 26 November 1997.
Is J789 ATO safe to buy?
The MOT history for J789 ATO shows 18 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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