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H534 PBR

1991 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

73,510 mi
Last recorded73,510 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR40040,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH534 PBR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 73,510 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 71,773 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 71,753 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 3 Mar 2014 71,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 71,469 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 71,025 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 71,025 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 67,068 miles

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

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

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 67,068 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 64,576 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 60,520 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2007 53,958 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 53,958 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 33,331 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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H534 PBR is a 1991 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 40,818 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 H534 PBR, 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 35 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H534 PBR registered?

H534 PBR is a 1991 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H534 PBR safe to buy?

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