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E966 BKL

1997 Honda VFR400R-L

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

28,696 mi
Last recorded28,696 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R-L32,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE966 BKL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R-L
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 28,696 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 28,160 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 28,147 miles

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

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

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both fork seals (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,138 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 27,123 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 26,290 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 26,290 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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E966 BKL is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E966 BKL, 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 E966 BKL registered?

E966 BKL is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L, first registered on 3 July 1997.

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