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E288 CGK

1996 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,272 mi
Last recorded32,272 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE288 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2010 32,272 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Dec 2010 32,272 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jun 2010 31,820 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 31,270 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 31,270 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 31,061 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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E288 CGK is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E288 CGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E288 CGK?

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What year was E288 CGK registered?

E288 CGK is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is E288 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E288 CGK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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