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E185 DMA

1996 Honda Vfr 400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,746 mi
Last recorded51,746 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2006
Typical for 1996 Honda Vfr 40044,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE185 DMA
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2006 51,746 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

slight play in headrace bearings

Fail 12 Jun 2006 51,746 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

slight play in headrace bearings

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 400?

Based on 1,739 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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E185 DMA is a 1996 Honda Vfr 400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 44,046 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 Vfr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E185 DMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E185 DMA registered?

E185 DMA is a 1996 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is E185 DMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E185 DMA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E185 DMA have outstanding finance?

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