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G678 KOG

1996 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,217 mi
Last recorded53,217 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R36,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG678 KOG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 53,217 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 53,047 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 53,047 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2015 52,871 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 51,659 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 50,563 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 48,524 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 45,370 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 41,771 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2009 41,771 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 41,272 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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G678 KOG is a 1996 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 36,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G678 KOG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G678 KOG registered?

G678 KOG is a 1996 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is G678 KOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G678 KOG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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