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J52 LGD

1991 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,867 mi
Last recorded16,867 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR40040,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ52 LGD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1991
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2011 16,867 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 13,746 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 13,746 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 11,294 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 11,294 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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J52 LGD is a 1991 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 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 J52 LGD, 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 J52 LGD registered?

J52 LGD is a 1991 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J52 LGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J52 LGD 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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