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H170 XUG

1997 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,982 mi
Last recorded33,982 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH170 XUG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2010 33,982 miles

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

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

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 33,982 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 25,249 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 13,743 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 12,027 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 9,997 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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H170 XUG is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 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 H170 XUG, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H170 XUG registered?

H170 XUG is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is H170 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H170 XUG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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