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D822 SNB

1997 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,754 mi
Last recorded47,754 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD822 SNB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 47,754 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 47,130 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 46,894 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 46,881 miles

Inner Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 44,618 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 38,952 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 35,944 miles

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 32,258 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 29,815 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 29,810 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 27,801 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2009 27,801 miles

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

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 24,589 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 24,589 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 22,240 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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D822 SNB is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 D822 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 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 D822 SNB registered?

D822 SNB is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is D822 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D822 SNB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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