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D34 VKJ

1996 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,585 mi
Last recorded37,585 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R36,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD34 VKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2011 37,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front & pillion seat worn

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

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

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear number plate slightly worn

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

Fail 1 Jul 2011 37,583 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front & pillion seat worn

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

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

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear number plate slightly worn

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 27,093 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

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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D34 VKJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 36,366 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 D34 VKJ, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D34 VKJ registered?

D34 VKJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 27 February 1996.

Is D34 VKJ safe to buy?

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