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J116 NLP

1999 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,210 mi
Last recorded27,210 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ116 NLP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 27,210 miles

Rear dampner has slight reduced effect

Pass 8 Jun 2017 26,806 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2017 26,803 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,544 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 24,297 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 22,554 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 20,228 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 20,206 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted.

Pass 4 Jul 2008 20,235 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2008 20,135 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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

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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J116 NLP is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J116 NLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J116 NLP registered?

J116 NLP is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 23 June 1999.

Is J116 NLP safe to buy?

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