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G356 YNF

1997 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

48,304 mi
Last recorded48,304 miles
Recorded on8 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG356 YNF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 May 2008 48,304 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 16 May 2007 44,086 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 44,086 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 35,567 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2006 35,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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G356 YNF is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 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 G356 YNF, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G356 YNF?

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What year was G356 YNF registered?

G356 YNF is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is G356 YNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G356 YNF shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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