MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,313 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Front Lower Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS
Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
possable l/h lower fuel tank leak--corrosion.
Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
possable l/h lower fuel tank leak--corrosion.
Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)
Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?
Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D981 XJL is a 1987 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
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 D981 XJL, 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 D981 XJL registered?
D981 XJL is a 1987 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1987.
Is D981 XJL safe to buy?
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