MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,707 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R-L?
Based on 561 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G981 SGN is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R-L models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 32,487 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 G981 SGN, 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 29 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 G981 SGN registered?
G981 SGN is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L, first registered on 11 August 1997.
Is G981 SGN safe to buy?
The MOT history for G981 SGN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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