MOT Status
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42,762 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Wheel excessively damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel excessively damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain slightly loose
Front fork effort slightly reduced
Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Central Exhaust corroded but no leaking gases.
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking open on right hand lock (6.2.1f)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?
Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G255 XWS is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.
Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 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 G255 XWS, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was G255 XWS registered?
G255 XWS is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 9 October 1996.
Is G255 XWS safe to buy?
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