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D183 NEX

1987 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,556 mi
Last recorded40,556 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR400R344,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD183 NEX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 40,556 miles

Rear brake flex runs through sleeve not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Mar 2020 40,555 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear brake flex runs through sleeve not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Mar 2019 39,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 39,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 39,030 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 39,030 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.D1c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 47,162 miles
Fail 31 May 2005 45,885 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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D183 NEX is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,155 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 D183 NEX, 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 39 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D183 NEX registered?

D183 NEX is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D183 NEX safe to buy?

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