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L640 NKX

1998 Honda VF400F

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,446 mi
Last recorded40,446 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VF400F37,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL640 NKX
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 40,446 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 39,982 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn Disc 5.5mm, min th 5.0mm (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 39,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 39,291 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 39,189 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 38,625 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 38,625 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,400 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 38,400 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 37,874 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2010 37,087 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2010 37,087 miles

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 36,389 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 35,037 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 35,037 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2006 28,279 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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L640 NKX is a 1998 Honda VF400F in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 37,087 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 VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L640 NKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VF400F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L640 NKX registered?

L640 NKX is a 1998 Honda VF400F, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is L640 NKX safe to buy?

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