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D405 SNB

1996 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,556 mi
Last recorded31,556 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD405 SNB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2014 31,556 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2013 30,030 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 29,995 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 26,035 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 23,834 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,239 miles

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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D405 SNB is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 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 D405 SNB, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D405 SNB?

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What year was D405 SNB registered?

D405 SNB is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is D405 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D405 SNB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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