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D238 UKA

1986 Honda VFR400R

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,238 mi
Last recorded28,238 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD238 UKA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 28,238 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 27,570 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2019 26,687 miles

Front Tyre cracking

Pass 14 Mar 2018 26,660 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 26,289 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 26,063 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 25,734 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 25,563 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 24,505 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 24,492 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,070 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 18,007 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 16,616 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 16,174 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

clutch fluid level low

fluctuation on front brake when constant pressure applied

forks twisted in yokes

Pass 28 Jul 2008 16,174 miles

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

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

clutch fluid level low

fluctuation on front brake when constant pressure applied

forks twisted in yokes

Pass 6 Jul 2007 15,803 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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D238 UKA is a 1986 Honda VFR400R in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D238 UKA, 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 40 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D238 UKA registered?

D238 UKA is a 1986 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D238 UKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D238 UKA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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