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F812 KGK

1996 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,114 mi
Last recorded34,114 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF812 KGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 34,114 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 34,114 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 33,787 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 32,635 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 31,575 miles

Exhaust baffle rattling?. Slight blowing sound.

Fail 10 Apr 2018 31,537 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust baffle rattling?. Slight blowing sound.

Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,419 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 29,261 miles

RH steering movement restricted.

Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,466 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 28,466 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 28,442 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 27,864 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 27,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 27,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 27,539 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 27,386 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 26,978 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 26,964 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2005 26,404 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2005 26,398 miles

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

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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F812 KGK is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 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 F812 KGK, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F812 KGK registered?

F812 KGK is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is F812 KGK safe to buy?

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