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C73 EHW

1986 Honda VF400F

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

61,069 mi
Last recorded61,069 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2010
Typical for 1986 Honda VF400F36,268 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC73 EHW
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2010 61,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 49,226 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 49,226 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 38,708 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2007 38,471 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 14 Apr 2007 38,469 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2005 38,453 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2005 37,935 miles

Centre Front Upper Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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C73 EHW is a 1986 Honda VF400F in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 36,268 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 C73 EHW, 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 40 years old, this Honda VF400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C73 EHW registered?

C73 EHW is a 1986 Honda VF400F, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C73 EHW safe to buy?

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