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D543 CHG

1998 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,821 mi
Last recorded33,821 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R31,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD543 CHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 33,821 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

drive chain dry

n/s mirror glass missing

Fail 23 May 2013 33,821 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

drive chain dry

low pressure in front tyre

n/s mirror glass missing

Pass 23 Feb 2012 31,799 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 31,797 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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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D543 CHG is a 1998 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,684 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 D543 CHG, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D543 CHG registered?

D543 CHG is a 1998 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is D543 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D543 CHG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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