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E179 OBF

1996 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,835 mi
Last recorded53,835 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE179 OBF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 53,835 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

free play in rear cush drive unit

Pass 12 May 2017 52,059 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 48,510 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 48,498 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 41,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 37,675 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 33,288 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 27,890 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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E179 OBF is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E179 OBF, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E179 OBF registered?

E179 OBF is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 11 November 1996.

Is E179 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E179 OBF 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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