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J835 HMB

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,654 mi
Last recorded45,654 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ835 HMB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 45,654 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 44,335 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 41,562 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 41,558 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 41,558 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 41,148 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 40,812 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 40,210 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 May 2006 40,204 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 40,204 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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J835 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J835 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J835 HMB registered?

J835 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is J835 HMB safe to buy?

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