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H279 HOD

1999 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,276 mi
Last recorded39,276 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH279 HOD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 39,276 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 38,752 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 38,324 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 37,751 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 37,165 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 36,534 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 35,872 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015
Fail 11 Jul 2015 35,308 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 33,359 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 31,904 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 30,712 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 30,708 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,798 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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H279 HOD is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H279 HOD, 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.

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What year was H279 HOD registered?

H279 HOD is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 23 October 1999.

Is H279 HOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H279 HOD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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