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D758 YHK

1997 Honda VFR400R-L

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,131 mi
Last recorded33,131 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R-L32,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD758 YHK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R-L
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 33,131 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 32,487 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 31,807 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 28,523 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2013 28,523 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 27,226 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 26,196 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 26,196 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 25,596 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R-L?

Based on 561 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
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D758 YHK is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R-L models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 32,487 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 VFR400R-L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D758 YHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R-L typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R-L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D758 YHK registered?

D758 YHK is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is D758 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D758 YHK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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