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E38 CPC

1992 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,431 mi
Last recorded13,431 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2014
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR40038,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE38 CPC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2014 13,431 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch lever excessively stiff

this bike should not be ridden in my honest opinion it is very dangerous and un safe

Pass 15 Feb 2013 3,694 miles

slight play in front brake calipers

Pass 27 Feb 2010 3,202 miles

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

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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E38 CPC is a 1992 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 38,744 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 E38 CPC, 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 34 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E38 CPC registered?

E38 CPC is a 1992 Honda VFR400, first registered on 24 March 1992.

Is E38 CPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E38 CPC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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