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F471 GNW

2003 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,360 mi
Last recorded46,360 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR40027,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF471 GNW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 46,360 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 46,187 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 46,077 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 45,855 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 45,286 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 44,807 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 41,889 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 39,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 35,322 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 35,322 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 28,828 miles
Fail 29 May 2006 28,377 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

nail in tyre

Pass 29 May 2006 28,377 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

nail in tyre

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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F471 GNW is a 2003 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 27,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F471 GNW, 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 23 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F471 GNW registered?

F471 GNW is a 2003 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is F471 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F471 GNW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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