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E951 CGJ

1987 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,248 mi
Last recorded47,248 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR40037,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE951 CGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 47,248 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 47,195 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 46,937 miles

Front wheel bearing(s) slightly rough

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 21 Aug 2015 46,751 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,000 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 43,742 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 41,021 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 41,014 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 28,328 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 27,682 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 27,047 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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E951 CGJ is a 1987 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E951 CGJ, 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

How do I check the history of E951 CGJ?

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What year was E951 CGJ registered?

E951 CGJ is a 1987 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E951 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E951 CGJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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