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F491 TLX

1996 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,939 mi
Last recorded17,939 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R36,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF491 TLX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 17,939 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 17,924 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 46,463 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 45,941 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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F491 TLX is a 1996 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 36,366 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F491 TLX, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F491 TLX?

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What year was F491 TLX registered?

F491 TLX is a 1996 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is F491 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F491 TLX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F491 TLX have outstanding finance?

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