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F76 UOT

1997 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,066 mi
Last recorded47,066 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF76 UOT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 47,066 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 41,988 miles

1 Bulb out in rear position lamp

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 39,559 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 38,759 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 38,694 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 38,240 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 38,240 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 38,044 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Feb 2011 38,033 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 34,617 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2010 34,516 miles

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

Rear reflector on sidecar incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 30,227 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,107 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 23,587 miles

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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F76 UOT is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 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 F76 UOT, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F76 UOT registered?

F76 UOT is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is F76 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F76 UOT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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