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E228 LUT

1996 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,292 mi
Last recorded25,292 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE228 LUT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 25,292 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 25,251 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working not illuminating when rear brake is applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2017 19,133 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 19,133 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 19,015 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 18,870 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 18,548 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 18,526 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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E228 LUT is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E228 LUT, 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 E228 LUT registered?

E228 LUT is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is E228 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E228 LUT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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