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D515 VKJ

1997 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,309 mi
Last recorded34,309 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD515 VKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 34,309 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 34,251 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Gear lever bent

Pass 23 May 2017 25,753 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 25,753 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 24,540 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,138 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 23,369 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 11,299 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 11,299 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 11,299 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 12,199 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,299 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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D515 VKJ is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D515 VKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D515 VKJ registered?

D515 VKJ is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is D515 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D515 VKJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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