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M397 UCH

1995 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

16,769 mi
Last recorded16,769 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR400R334,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM397 UCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 16,769 miles

Chain slight corrosion

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 15,770 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 15,770 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 15,119 miles

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

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 14,553 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 14,553 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 8 May 2008 14,455 miles

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 7 May 2008 14,455 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2007 13,388 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 13,388 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 23 Apr 2007 133,387 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

front brake drags slightly

Pass 23 Mar 2006 11,142 miles

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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M397 UCH is a 1995 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 34,088 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 M397 UCH, 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 31 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M397 UCH registered?

M397 UCH is a 1995 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 17 March 1995.

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