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G533 RFV

1996 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,421 mi
Last recorded37,421 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R336,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG533 RFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 37,421 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 37,390 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 37,340 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2012 37,229 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 37,229 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 36,988 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 36,988 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 36,704 miles

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

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

Slight cracking in front tyre tread

Fail 1 Apr 2010 36,704 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Slight cracking in front tyre tread

Pass 8 Mar 2008 15,803 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 45,018 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 45,018 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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G533 RFV is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 G533 RFV, 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 G533 RFV registered?

G533 RFV is a 1996 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 19 July 1996.

Is G533 RFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G533 RFV shows 12 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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