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H502 DRN

1995 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

37,951 mi
Last recorded37,951 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR40034,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH502 DRN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 37,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 May 2024 35,264 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 35,208 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 35,199 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 32,895 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 32,647 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 31,977 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 31,976 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 31,954 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 31,906 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

clutch lever insecure

indicators have slight delay

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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H502 DRN is a 1995 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 34,374 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 H502 DRN, 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 31 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 H502 DRN registered?

H502 DRN is a 1995 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 September 1995.

Is H502 DRN safe to buy?

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