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D494 CHG

1997 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,159 mi
Last recorded29,159 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD494 CHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 29,159 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

all three brake discs very faint cracks started to appear

play in gear lever pivots

Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,377 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

the gear pedal pivot has slight play

Pass 31 May 2012 25,859 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2012 25,748 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 22,252 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 22,248 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

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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D494 CHG is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 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 D494 CHG, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D494 CHG registered?

D494 CHG is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is D494 CHG safe to buy?

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