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D228 CHG

1987 Honda VFR400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

62,599 mi
Last recorded62,599 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR40037,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD228 CHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 62,599 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 62,599 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 61,938 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 61,938 miles

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight lift in lower suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 61,641 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 61,623 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 61,419 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 58,814 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 56,762 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 56,733 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 56,733 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 56,715 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 56,285 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 55,982 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 54,882 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 54,882 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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D228 CHG is a 1987 Honda VFR400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1987 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 37,399 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 VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D228 CHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D228 CHG registered?

D228 CHG is a 1987 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D228 CHG safe to buy?

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