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D970 FVT

1994 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,849 mi
Last recorded59,849 miles
Recorded on28 May 2009
Typical for 1994 Honda VFR400R38,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD970 FVT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2009 59,849 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 May 2009 59,849 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2008 54,825 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 54,808 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 48,091 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 48,084 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 46,823 miles

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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D970 FVT is a 1994 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 38,859 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 D970 FVT, 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 32 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D970 FVT registered?

D970 FVT is a 1994 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 10 June 1994.

Is D970 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D970 FVT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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