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D233 ELF

1990 Honda VFR400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,316 mi
Last recorded53,316 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2009
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR40030,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD233 ELF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2009 53,316 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 53,279 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 52,728 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 51,103 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 50,252 miles

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 50,252 miles

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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D233 ELF is a 1990 Honda VFR400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 30,266 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 D233 ELF, 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 36 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D233 ELF?

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What year was D233 ELF registered?

D233 ELF is a 1990 Honda VFR400, first registered on 20 September 1990.

Is D233 ELF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D233 ELF shows 6 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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