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BPV 940Y

1983 Honda VF400F

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,090 mi
Last recorded21,090 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda VF400F31,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPV 940Y
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 21,090 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 20,987 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 20,715 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 20,504 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 20,439 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 20,152 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 19,937 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 19,917 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 19,803 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 19,752 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 19,491 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 19,491 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 19,047 miles

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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BPV 940Y is a 1983 Honda VF400F in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 31,058 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BPV 940Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda VF400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPV 940Y registered?

BPV 940Y is a 1983 Honda VF400F, first registered on 16 April 1983.

Is BPV 940Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPV 940Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BPV 940Y have outstanding finance?

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