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VIW 6252

2004 Honda VFR400R3

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,921 mi
Last recorded61,921 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2012
Typical for 2004 Honda VFR400R329,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIW 6252
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2012 61,921 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 61,921 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 61,916 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 59,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 55,732 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 55,615 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 55,138 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 54,305 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 54,305 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Feb 2006 54,269 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

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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VIW 6252 is a 2004 Honda VFR400R3 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VIW 6252, 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 VIW 6252 registered?

VIW 6252 is a 2004 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is VIW 6252 safe to buy?

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