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L973 NMJ

2001 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,616 mi
Last recorded29,616 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR400R330,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL973 NMJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 29,616 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 28,461 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 25,376 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 25,375 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2010 25,375 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,375 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 22,214 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 20,981 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 20,943 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 20,943 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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L973 NMJ is a 2001 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 L973 NMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L973 NMJ registered?

L973 NMJ is a 2001 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 1 July 2001.

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