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G896 UCA

1991 Honda VFR400R-L

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,210 mi
Last recorded51,210 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 1991 Honda VFR400R-L22,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG896 UCA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R-L
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 51,210 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2022 51,173 miles

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 8 Jun 2021 50,867 miles

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 26 May 2020 50,090 miles

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 21 May 2019 48,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 48,008 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 47,084 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 47,024 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 47,006 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 47,006 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 46,806 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 46,778 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 46,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R-L?

Based on 561 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
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G896 UCA is a 1991 Honda VFR400R-L in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda VFR400R-L models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 22,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R-L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G896 UCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R-L typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Honda VFR400R-L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G896 UCA registered?

G896 UCA is a 1991 Honda VFR400R-L, first registered on 9 April 1991.

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