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G975 RHG

1998 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,793 mi
Last recorded30,793 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R31,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG975 RHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 30,793 miles

Front front tyre worn unevenly

Rear rear brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Aug 2015 30,603 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 30,339 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 29,964 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 May 2012 29,636 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 29,301 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 29,215 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2010 29,215 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 29,200 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 29,056 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2008 29,056 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2007 28,429 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 28,429 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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G975 RHG is a 1998 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,684 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G975 RHG, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G975 RHG registered?

G975 RHG is a 1998 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is G975 RHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G975 RHG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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