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L270 BGA

2001 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,158 mi
Last recorded72,158 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2006
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR400R330,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL270 BGA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2006 72,158 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 72,158 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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L270 BGA is a 2001 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 30,073 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 L270 BGA, 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 25 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L270 BGA registered?

L270 BGA is a 2001 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is L270 BGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L270 BGA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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