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G959 NPW

1996 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,795 mi
Last recorded34,795 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG959 NPW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 34,795 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2015 34,791 miles

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Jun 2013 34,790 miles

Rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 25 Jun 2007 59,963 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 59,963 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2006 57,512 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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G959 NPW is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G959 NPW, 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 G959 NPW registered?

G959 NPW is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is G959 NPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G959 NPW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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