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H508 GEC

1993 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,278 mi
Last recorded39,278 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1993 Honda VFR40038,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH508 GEC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 39,278 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 39,240 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 36,711 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 36,768 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 29,120 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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H508 GEC is a 1993 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 38,834 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 H508 GEC, 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 33 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H508 GEC registered?

H508 GEC is a 1993 Honda VFR400, first registered on 27 July 1993.

Is H508 GEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H508 GEC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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