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E162 CGK

1996 Honda VFR400R

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,857 mi
Last recorded24,857 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R36,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE162 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 24,857 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,634 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 24,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jul 2009 23,404 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 23,404 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 22,555 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front indicators on with lights

rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 31 Jul 2007 22,317 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front position/indicators

rear tyre perished

Pass 5 May 2006 22,038 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front indicators on with lights

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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E162 CGK is a 1996 Honda VFR400R in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 36,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E162 CGK, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E162 CGK registered?

E162 CGK is a 1996 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 2 March 1996.

Is E162 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E162 CGK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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