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J833 HMB

1997 Honda VFR400R3

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,793 mi
Last recorded41,793 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ833 HMB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,793 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Aug 2011 41,793 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 41,793 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 41,793 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 41,793 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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J833 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J833 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 J833 HMB registered?

J833 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 July 1997.

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