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G246 YBU

1990 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,936 mi
Last recorded38,936 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR40030,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG246 YBU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 38,936 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 38,783 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 38,493 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 38,342 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 37,622 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 36,012 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 35,914 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 35,891 miles

some tight links in drive chain

Pass 4 Apr 2012 35,261 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2012 35,261 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 33,432 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 33,432 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,055 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 29,698 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 27,800 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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G246 YBU is a 1990 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G246 YBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G246 YBU registered?

G246 YBU is a 1990 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G246 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G246 YBU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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