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G117 XWS

1990 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,853 mi
Last recorded32,853 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR40030,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG117 XWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2012 32,853 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre perrished

Fail 3 May 2012 32,853 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre perrished

Pass 14 May 2011 32,478 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 32,462 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 32,462 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 30,361 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 30,361 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G117 XWS is a 1990 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 30,266 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 G117 XWS, 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 36 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G117 XWS registered?

G117 XWS is a 1990 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G117 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G117 XWS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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