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L628 UVG

1993 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,954 mi
Last recorded12,954 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda VFR40038,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL628 UVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 12,954 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 12,947 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated both (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 12,606 miles

1/ front brake slighty tight

Pass 2 Jun 2017 12,169 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 12,081 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,790 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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L628 UVG is a 1993 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 L628 UVG, 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

How do I check the history of L628 UVG?

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What year was L628 UVG registered?

L628 UVG is a 1993 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L628 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L628 UVG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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