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J860 KFB

2004 Honda VFR400R3

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,233 mi
Last recorded41,233 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR400R329,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ860 KFB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 41,233 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2011 38,442 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

headlamp poor image

slight foul between clutch lever and rev counter

Pass 9 Mar 2011 38,442 miles

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

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

headlamp poor image

slight foul between clutch lever and rev counter

Pass 5 Mar 2010 35,095 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 27,905 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 47,561 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

this bike is dangerous

Pass 13 Oct 2006 17,499 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 17,499 miles

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

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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J860 KFB is a 2004 Honda VFR400R3 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 29,198 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 J860 KFB, 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 22 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J860 KFB registered?

J860 KFB is a 2004 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 22 July 2004.

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