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G239 HSG

1989 Honda VF400F

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,958 mi
Last recorded22,958 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 1989 Honda VF400F26,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG239 HSG
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 22,958 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 22,958 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Light on and goes of when brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 22,935 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

both tyres are slightly under inflated

Pass 20 Aug 2019 22,855 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 22,851 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage locking device missing wheel locking device on spindal (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2011 22,399 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 21,543 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 20,656 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,910 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 17,220 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 17,121 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front offside indicator loose

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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G239 HSG is a 1989 Honda VF400F in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1989 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 26,021 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 VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G239 HSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VF400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G239 HSG registered?

G239 HSG is a 1989 Honda VF400F, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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The MOT history for G239 HSG shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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