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G359 VKR

1993 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,684 mi
Last recorded68,684 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 1993 Honda VFR40038,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG359 VKR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 68,684 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 67,969 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 67,121 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2015 67,121 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 May 2014 61,624 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 12 May 2014 61,456 miles

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))

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 May 2013 55,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 May 2012 55,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2011 52,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 May 2010 50,820 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 50,820 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2009 50,093 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 50,093 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) 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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G359 VKR is a 1993 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 38,834 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 G359 VKR, 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 33 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 G359 VKR registered?

G359 VKR is a 1993 Honda VFR400, first registered on 12 January 1993.

Is G359 VKR safe to buy?

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