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F741 KGO

1997 Honda VFR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,988 mi
Last recorded19,988 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF741 KGO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 19,988 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

offside handlebar slightly misaligned

Fail 16 Jun 2012 19,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

exhaust silencer fouling rear swing arm under damping

offside handlebar slightly misaligned

Pass 16 Jun 2012 19,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

exhaust silencer fouling rear swing arm under damping

offside handlebar slightly misaligned

Pass 17 May 2011 19,170 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 18,795 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 17,611 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2009 17,611 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 17,088 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 14,822 miles

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

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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F741 KGO is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F741 KGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F741 KGO registered?

F741 KGO is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is F741 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F741 KGO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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