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G195 RCW

1990 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,119 mi
Last recorded40,119 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR40030,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG195 RCW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 40,119 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 40,002 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 39,999 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 33,086 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2022 33,086 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 29,313 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2020 29,221 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 28,692 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 28,652 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 28,204 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,794 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 23,597 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 20,523 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 May 2009 20,523 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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G195 RCW is a 1990 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 G195 RCW, 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 G195 RCW registered?

G195 RCW is a 1990 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G195 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G195 RCW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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