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F83 WRE

1989 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,576 mi
Last recorded63,576 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR40033,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF83 WRE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 63,576 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 63,506 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 63,506 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022 63,319 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 63,046 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 62,546 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 62,546 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 61,502 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 60,611 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 60,611 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 60,521 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 60,211 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2011 54,844 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 54,844 miles

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

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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F83 WRE is a 1989 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 33,128 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 F83 WRE, 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 37 years old, this Honda VFR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F83 WRE registered?

F83 WRE is a 1989 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F83 WRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F83 WRE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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