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K609 PGK

1998 Honda VFR400R3

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,024 mi
Last recorded9,024 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R335,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK609 PGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 9,024 miles

Rear creaking from rear suspension, hidden by fairings

Fail 1 Aug 2024 9,024 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear creaking from rear suspension, hidden by fairings

Pass 1 Jun 2023 8,835 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 8,598 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 8,598 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 8,575 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 8,575 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 8,511 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 8,395 miles

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

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

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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K609 PGK is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 35,552 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 K609 PGK, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K609 PGK registered?

K609 PGK is a 1998 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 27 July 1998.

Is K609 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K609 PGK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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