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H293 CMW

1999 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,084 mi
Last recorded38,084 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH293 CMW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 38,084 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 37,964 miles

Clutch cable stiff.

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

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

No number plate light fitted at time of test.

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 1 May 2018 37,964 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Clutch lever pivot lock nut (6.2.1h)

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

Clutch cable stiff.

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

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

No number plate light fitted at time of test.

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 37,875 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 37,703 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 37,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 May 2014 36,585 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 36,570 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 32,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 29,353 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 29,208 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 29,201 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 28,034 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 28,034 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 26,463 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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H293 CMW is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 H293 CMW, 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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H293 CMW is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 June 1999.

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