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F763 JHA

1996 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,081 mi
Last recorded49,081 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF763 JHA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2015 49,081 miles

rear brake pads worn low

Fail 21 Feb 2015 49,072 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 23 Sep 2011 47,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 44,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2010 44,676 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2010 44,605 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 40,556 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 40,496 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2006 36,752 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 36,681 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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F763 JHA is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 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 VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F763 JHA, 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 30 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 F763 JHA registered?

F763 JHA is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is F763 JHA safe to buy?

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