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L178 MUX

2000 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

37,887 mi
Last recorded37,887 miles
Recorded on13 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Honda VFR40032,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL178 MUX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2018 37,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 37,813 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 37,595 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2013 37,595 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 36,267 miles

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

front brake hoses have all alloy banjo fittings(not recommended for road use)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 36,261 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

front brake hoses have alloy banjo fittings(not recommended for road use)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 32,395 miles

alloy banjo fitted on front brakes,not recommended for road use

Fail 27 May 2010 32,372 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

alloy banjo fitted,not recommended for road use

Pass 15 May 2009 26,840 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front brake hoses have alloy fittings(not recomended for road use)

Fail 14 May 2009 26,840 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front brake hoses have alloy fittings(not recomended for road use)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 26,616 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2008 20,930 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 18,242 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 16,718 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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L178 MUX is a 2000 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2000 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 32,372 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 L178 MUX, 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 26 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L178 MUX registered?

L178 MUX is a 2000 Honda VFR400, first registered on 10 August 2000.

Is L178 MUX safe to buy?

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