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G801 TGJ

1995 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,775 mi
Last recorded57,775 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR40034,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG801 TGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 57,775 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 57,671 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 52,274 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 48,504 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 42,073 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 42,073 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 416,961 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 41,961 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 41,907 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 41,156 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 40,037 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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G801 TGJ is a 1995 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G801 TGJ, 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 G801 TGJ registered?

G801 TGJ is a 1995 Honda VFR400, first registered on 23 February 1995.

Is G801 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G801 TGJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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