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H232 BGK

1999 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,390 mi
Last recorded72,390 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2018
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH232 BGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2018 72,390 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 71,809 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 65,439 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2017 65,434 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 60,163 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 55,146 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 49,979 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 47,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 43,967 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

front fork dust seals damaged

Pass 23 Apr 2011 39,559 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 39,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 39,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 39,346 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 38,299 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 38,269 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 37,865 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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H232 BGK is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 33,583 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 H232 BGK, 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 27 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H232 BGK registered?

H232 BGK is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is H232 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H232 BGK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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