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D562 GBF

1996 Honda VF400F

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

52,574 mi
Last recorded52,574 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Honda VF400F27,424 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD562 GBF
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,574 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2007 52,515 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2007 52,239 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tail piece not secure

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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D562 GBF is a 1996 Honda VF400F in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,424 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 VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D562 GBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VF400F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D562 GBF registered?

D562 GBF is a 1996 Honda VF400F, first registered on 10 April 1996.

Is D562 GBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D562 GBF shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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