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G823 UFM

1997 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,754 mi
Last recorded62,754 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG823 UFM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2011 62,754 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 60,123 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 60,129 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 55,744 miles

exhaust system not bs stamped

Pass 12 Jun 2007 48,007 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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G823 UFM is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 G823 UFM, 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

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What year was G823 UFM registered?

G823 UFM is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is G823 UFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G823 UFM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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