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G398 XWS

1997 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,528 mi
Last recorded35,528 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG398 XWS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2011 35,528 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 33,356 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 33,254 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 28,577 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 28,568 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Jun 2005 26,499 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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G398 XWS is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G398 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of G398 XWS?

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What year was G398 XWS registered?

G398 XWS is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is G398 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G398 XWS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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