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D799 XRB

1987 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,107 mi
Last recorded69,107 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR400R344,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD799 XRB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 69,107 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 69,005 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Sep 2008 68,960 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2007 63,909 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Jun 2007 63,896 miles

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear 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)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 May 2007 63,878 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Exhaust system is in poor condition.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 May 2006 56,894 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 56,753 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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D799 XRB 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 62.5%.

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 D799 XRB, 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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D799 XRB is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1987.

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