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F915 KAO

1989 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,961 mi
Last recorded39,961 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR40033,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF915 KAO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 39,961 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 39,381 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 37,607 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 34,820 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 34,810 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 33,811 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 32,980 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 32,980 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 May 2008 30,921 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 30,921 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 27,704 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 27,599 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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F915 KAO is a 1989 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F915 KAO, 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 F915 KAO registered?

F915 KAO is a 1989 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F915 KAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F915 KAO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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