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D290 GBF

1995 Honda VFR400

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

35,464 mi
Last recorded35,464 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR40034,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD290 GBF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 35,464 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Rear SPROKET MOUNTING LOCK TABS MISSING

Offside Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 35,464 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Rear SPROKET MOUNTING LOCK TABS MISSING

Offside Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 1 May 2015 33,829 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 33,007 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 33,007 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 32,584 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

cracking on rear tyre sidewall

front brake binding

Fail 15 Mar 2013 32,580 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

chain dry and rusty

Pass 11 Apr 2012 30,681 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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D290 GBF is a 1995 Honda VFR400 in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 34,374 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 D290 GBF, 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 31 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D290 GBF registered?

D290 GBF is a 1995 Honda VFR400, first registered on 26 May 1995.

Is D290 GBF safe to buy?

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