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B497 MGU

1985 Honda VF400F

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,531 mi
Last recorded22,531 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2007
Typical for 1985 Honda VF400F38,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB497 MGU
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2007 22,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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B497 MGU is a 1985 Honda VF400F in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 38,119 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B497 MGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VF400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B497 MGU registered?

B497 MGU is a 1985 Honda VF400F, first registered on 13 April 1985.

Is B497 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B497 MGU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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