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G171 RRM

1990 Honda Vfr 400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,039 mi
Last recorded39,039 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda Vfr 40038,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG171 RRM
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 39,039 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 38,945 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 37,762 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 37,754 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 37,684 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 37,355 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 37,233 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 33,917 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 28,853 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 28,853 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,814 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 28,814 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 26,704 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 26,574 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 26,552 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Outer Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 24,434 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 400?

Based on 1,739 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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G171 RRM is a 1990 Honda Vfr 400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1990 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 38,352 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 Vfr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G171 RRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G171 RRM registered?

G171 RRM is a 1990 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G171 RRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G171 RRM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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