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F897 BFY

1992 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,923 mi
Last recorded43,923 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR400R329,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF897 BFY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 43,923 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 43,671 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 43,245 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 40,250 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 7 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2015 56,684 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2014 54,897 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 52,855 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 50,156 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2011 50,138 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2010 44,649 miles
Fail 1 May 2010

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 44,630 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 44,630 miles

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)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 39,771 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 38,981 miles

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

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

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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F897 BFY is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 29,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F897 BFY, 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 34 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F897 BFY is a 1992 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 15 October 1992.

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