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F28 MCH

1989 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,031 mi
Last recorded69,031 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR400R32,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF28 MCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 69,031 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 68,102 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 67,141 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 64,863 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2016 64,615 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 61,997 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2014 57,842 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 56,580 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 55,559 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 55,559 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 52,194 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 50,554 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 43,787 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 43,787 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 43,602 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 43,602 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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F28 MCH is a 1989 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 32,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F28 MCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F28 MCH registered?

F28 MCH is a 1989 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F28 MCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F28 MCH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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