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G81 FVW

1989 Honda VFR400R

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2014
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

30,326 mi
Last recorded30,326 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2013
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR400R32,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG81 FVW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2013 30,326 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 30,326 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2006 38,088 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 38,088 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 18,962 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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G81 FVW is a 1989 Honda VFR400R in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 32,836 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G81 FVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G81 FVW registered?

G81 FVW is a 1989 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is G81 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G81 FVW shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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