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G679 KOG

1996 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,009 mi
Last recorded32,009 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG679 KOG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 32,009 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 31,847 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 31,659 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 31,659 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 30,810 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,500 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 25,382 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2013 20,754 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 16,324 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 15,972 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 15,943 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 15,470 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 14,895 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 14,716 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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G679 KOG is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G679 KOG, 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 G679 KOG registered?

G679 KOG is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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The MOT history for G679 KOG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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