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L636 WOR

1997 Honda Vfr 400

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,932 mi
Last recorded55,932 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 40037,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL636 WOR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 55,932 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 55,932 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 55,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 54,996 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 49,662 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 49,406 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 47,894 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 14 May 2016 47,647 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 47,647 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2013 47,622 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 47,310 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 44,560 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 400?

Based on 1,739 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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L636 WOR is a 1997 Honda Vfr 400 in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 37,606 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 Vfr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L636 WOR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L636 WOR registered?

L636 WOR is a 1997 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is L636 WOR safe to buy?

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