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D538 HPO

1987 Honda VFR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,715 mi
Last recorded29,715 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR40037,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD538 HPO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2015 29,715 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 29,652 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 29,646 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 29,388 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 29,388 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 31,129 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 31,129 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 15,314 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

cushdrive very worn

Fail 11 Jul 2008 15,311 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

cushdrive very worn

Pass 5 Jul 2007 10,877 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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D538 HPO is a 1987 Honda VFR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D538 HPO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D538 HPO registered?

D538 HPO is a 1987 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D538 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D538 HPO shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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