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L409 HKN

1999 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,653 mi
Last recorded37,653 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR40033,583 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL409 HKN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 37,653 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 37,239 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 36,634 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength small dent in wheel rim (4.2.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength small dent in wheel rim (4.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 35,382 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 33,852 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 33,835 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 33,318 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 32,558 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 30,467 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 28,401 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 28,401 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 24,366 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 23,512 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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L409 HKN is a 1999 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L409 HKN, 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.

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What year was L409 HKN registered?

L409 HKN is a 1999 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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The MOT history for L409 HKN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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