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C979 DKL

1986 Honda VF400F

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,183 mi
Last recorded30,183 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 1986 Honda VF400F36,268 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC979 DKL
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 30,183 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 30,193 miles

Front Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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C979 DKL is a 1986 Honda VF400F in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C979 DKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C979 DKL registered?

C979 DKL is a 1986 Honda VF400F, first registered on 7 January 1986.

Is C979 DKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C979 DKL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C979 DKL have outstanding finance?

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