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M653 XHW

1995 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,601 mi
Last recorded14,601 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR40034,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM653 XHW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 14,601 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 14,590 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 14,586 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 14,585 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2021 14,568 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 13,696 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 13,675 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 13,672 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 13,672 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 13,672 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 13,479 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 13,010 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2005 13,010 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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M653 XHW is a 1995 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 34,374 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 M653 XHW, 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 31 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of M653 XHW?

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What year was M653 XHW registered?

M653 XHW is a 1995 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M653 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M653 XHW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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