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M168 FGT

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

69,246 mi
Last recorded69,246 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM168 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 69,246 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 69,204 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 69,167 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 69,128 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 68,906 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 68,906 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 68,745 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 68,745 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 68,364 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 68,364 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 68,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 9 Dec 2015 68,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 68,229 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 68,076 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 67,712 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 66,740 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 66,740 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 66,045 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 63,496 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 63,496 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 61,233 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 60,585 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 60,585 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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M168 FGT is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,214 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 M168 FGT, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M168 FGT registered?

M168 FGT is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is M168 FGT safe to buy?

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