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F183 PNA

1989 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,048 mi
Last recorded28,048 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR40033,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF183 PNA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 28,048 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 28,019 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 27,454 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 27,206 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre cracking

numberplate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres

Fail 11 May 2015 27,206 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre cracking

numberplate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres

Pass 5 Dec 2006 26,280 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 25,880 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 25,880 miles

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

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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F183 PNA is a 1989 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 33,128 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 F183 PNA, 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 37 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F183 PNA registered?

F183 PNA is a 1989 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F183 PNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F183 PNA 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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