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G173 YNF

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,847 mi
Last recorded59,847 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG173 YNF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 59,847 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 59,627 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 58,724 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 58,724 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 58,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 58,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 57,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 57,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 56,316 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 55,486 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 55,486 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 55,473 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 55,473 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 51,882 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 51,882 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 48,366 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 47,715 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 47,715 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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G173 YNF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 35,533 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 G173 YNF, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G173 YNF registered?

G173 YNF is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 20 January 1997.

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