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K656 ABV

1999 Honda VFR400

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,187 mi
Last recorded43,187 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK656 ABV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 43,187 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 42,858 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 42,034 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 41,602 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 41,069 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 40,730 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 39,653 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 39,141 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 38,720 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 38,234 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 37,454 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 37,149 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 36,735 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 36,452 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM NOT BS STAMPED

Pass 23 Aug 2008 36,206 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 35,940 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 35,594 miles

exhaust system not bs stamped

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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K656 ABV is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K656 ABV, 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

How do I check the history of K656 ABV?

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What year was K656 ABV registered?

K656 ABV is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is K656 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K656 ABV shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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