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F743 THU

1989 Honda VF400F

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

59,168 mi
Last recorded59,168 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda VF400F26,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF743 THU
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 59,168 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

rear brake travel

Fail 30 Apr 2020 59,168 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

rear brake travel

Valve stem seriously damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 May 2018 59,040 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 58,472 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 56,461 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 56,461 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2014 52,971 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 49,127 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 48,995 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 47,315 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 46,309 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 46,280 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

dent in front wheel rim

Fail 24 Jul 2006 46,235 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

steering slightly twisted

Fail 27 Jun 2006 46,171 miles

Centre Lower Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

THE MACHINE WAS PRSENTED IN POOR CONDITION INSCURE PANELS SEAT REAR INNER MUD GUARD SLINCER LARGE BLOCK OF FIBREGLASS INSCURE ON BELLY PAN IN LINE WITH SEAR TYRE COLOUR IS NOT OF THE SAME AS V5C.

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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F743 THU is a 1989 Honda VF400F in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 26,021 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 VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F743 THU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VF400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F743 THU registered?

F743 THU is a 1989 Honda VF400F, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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