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VNR 563S

1978 Honda 400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,541 mi
Last recorded37,541 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda 400/426,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNR 563S
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 37,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 36,640 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 36,640 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 36,201 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 35,904 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 35,512 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 34,942 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 34,415 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 34,415 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2011 34,252 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 34,252 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 34,113 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 34,098 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 33,980 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 33,616 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 33,431 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 33,184 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 400/4?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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VNR 563S is a 1978 Honda 400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1978 Honda 400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 26,394 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 400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNR 563S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda 400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNR 563S?

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What year was VNR 563S registered?

VNR 563S is a 1978 Honda 400/4, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is VNR 563S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNR 563S shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNR 563S have outstanding finance?

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