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A12 KKO

1998 Honda VFR400R

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,460 mi
Last recorded24,460 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R31,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 KKO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 24,460 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 24,121 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 24,177 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre wall perishing

Pass 10 Sep 2009 23,844 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake binding

rear tyre wall cracking

Fail 10 Sep 2009 23,844 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

front brake binding

rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,715 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

no plate damaged

Fail 30 Jul 2007 22,715 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

no plate damaged

Pass 1 Jun 2006 18,372 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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A12 KKO is a 1998 Honda VFR400R in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,684 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 KKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A12 KKO registered?

A12 KKO is a 1998 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is A12 KKO safe to buy?

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