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F490 NMX

1989 Honda VFR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,605 mi
Last recorded33,605 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2010
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR40033,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF490 NMX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,605 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 32,714 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2009 32,714 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 31,991 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 30,290 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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F490 NMX is a 1989 Honda VFR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 F490 NMX, 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

How do I check the history of F490 NMX?

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What year was F490 NMX registered?

F490 NMX is a 1989 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F490 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F490 NMX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F490 NMX have outstanding finance?

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