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F3 JKO

1999 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,701 mi
Last recorded52,701 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 JKO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 52,701 miles

Exhaust noisy beautiful sounding throaty note (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle is in "Superb better than showroom" condition,

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect has adjustable shock absorber fitted (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

tape on headlamp lenses

Fail 26 Jun 2024 52,701 miles

Exhaust noisy beautiful sounding throaty note (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high kick ups to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle is in "Superb better than showroom" condition,

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect has adjustable shock absorber fitted (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

tape on headlamp lenses

Pass 13 Jul 2023 51,173 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 50,604 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.1mm in place,, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2018 50,604 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm in place (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.1mm in place,, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 47,548 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 41,739 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear suspension, slight noise in operation

Fail 7 Oct 2016 41,739 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear suspension, slight noise in operation

Pass 19 Oct 2015 36,411 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2014 27,968 miles

front mudguard missing

Pass 9 Jun 2012 27,386 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 27,133 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 26,678 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 26,642 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 26,583 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 25,949 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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F3 JKO is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 33,583 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F3 JKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 27 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F3 JKO registered?

F3 JKO is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is F3 JKO safe to buy?

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