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F969 EVF

1989 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

57,309 mi
Last recorded57,309 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR40033,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF969 EVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 57,309 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 57,219 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 57,214 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 May 2022 57,207 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 57,016 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 57,016 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2014 56,648 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 55,597 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 55,597 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 52,656 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 52,656 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 46,290 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 44,817 miles

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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F969 EVF is a 1989 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F969 EVF, 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.

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What year was F969 EVF registered?

F969 EVF is a 1989 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F969 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F969 EVF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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