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F118 THY

2001 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,962 mi
Last recorded42,962 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR40029,707 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF118 THY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 42,962 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 41,671 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 41,634 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 38,585 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 38,585 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 35,314 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight bind on front brakes

Fail 27 Mar 2010 28,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 28,381 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 28,375 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2009 28,375 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 27,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 27,571 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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F118 THY is a 2001 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 29,707 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 F118 THY, 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 25 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F118 THY registered?

F118 THY is a 2001 Honda VFR400, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is F118 THY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F118 THY shows 12 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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