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G540 EKV

1995 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

90,691 mi
Last recorded90,691 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR40034,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG540 EKV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 90,691 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 85,064 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 85,064 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 80,424 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 80,424 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 3 May 2011 80,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Fail 13 Aug 2009 79,258 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 79,258 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 77,385 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 May 2008 77,385 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 74,137 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 74,123 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2006 63,378 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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G540 EKV is a 1995 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 34,374 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 G540 EKV, 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 31 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G540 EKV registered?

G540 EKV is a 1995 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 July 1995.

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