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K837 VKN

1993 Honda VFR400

Not stated Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

48,271 mi
Last recorded48,271 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda VFR40038,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK837 VKN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1993
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 48,271 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 48,271 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Switch replaced (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 48,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 48,140 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,234 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 40,305 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2013 40,305 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 40,004 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 36,523 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 36,523 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2010 34,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 34,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 31,940 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 28,788 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 4 Apr 2008 28,751 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 21,817 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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K837 VKN is a 1993 Honda VFR400 in Not stated with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 K837 VKN, 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 K837 VKN registered?

K837 VKN is a 1993 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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