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F223 EVG

1997 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,418 mi
Last recorded30,418 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF223 EVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 30,418 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

n/s handlebar grip starting to become loose

Pass 4 Aug 2023 30,168 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside handle bar grip slightly loose

Pass 30 Jul 2022 29,788 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

aftermarket silencer

Pass 17 Jul 2021 29,304 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2010 27,925 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 27,925 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 27,293 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 27,259 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

slight drag at front brakes

Pass 4 Mar 2008 25,406 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 25,406 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

n/s rear lamps not working; one of a pair.

Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,250 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 21,250 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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F223 EVG is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F223 EVG, 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 F223 EVG registered?

F223 EVG is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is F223 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F223 EVG shows 12 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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