MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,279 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
rear cus drive worn
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?
Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E861 BKL is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Orange with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 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 E861 BKL, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E861 BKL registered?
E861 BKL is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 3 April 1997.
Is E861 BKL safe to buy?
The MOT history for E861 BKL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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