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G553 MEP

1998 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

38,133 mi
Last recorded38,133 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR40035,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG553 MEP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2014 38,133 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 38,133 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2010 37,872 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 36,914 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 36,914 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 36,900 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2007 36,072 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,202 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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G553 MEP is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 35,316 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 G553 MEP, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G553 MEP registered?

G553 MEP is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is G553 MEP safe to buy?

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