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F70 LEO

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,690 mi
Last recorded24,690 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF70 LEO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2010 24,690 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Fail 20 Jul 2010 24,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 28 Jul 2009 24,519 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

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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F70 LEO is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 36,214 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 F70 LEO, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F70 LEO registered?

F70 LEO is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is F70 LEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F70 LEO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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