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F790 EVG

1989 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

61,084 mi
Last recorded61,084 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR400R32,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF790 EVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2014 61,084 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 61,084 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 57,732 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 57,732 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 11 May 2012 51,657 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 May 2012 51,657 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2011 50,920 miles

o/s /r lamp not working

Pass 18 Jun 2009 50,434 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 50,369 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 49,610 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 49,610 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 47,983 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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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F790 EVG is a 1989 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 32,836 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 F790 EVG, 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 37 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F790 EVG registered?

F790 EVG is a 1989 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F790 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F790 EVG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F790 EVG have outstanding finance?

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