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D357 OUA

1998 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,731 mi
Last recorded59,731 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR40035,316 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD357 OUA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 59,731 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 59,525 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 59,525 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 May 2011 57,746 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 54,978 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 54,866 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 10 Jun 2009 54,850 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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D357 OUA is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 35,316 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 VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D357 OUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D357 OUA registered?

D357 OUA is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is D357 OUA safe to buy?

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