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G981 SGN

1997 Honda VFR400R-L

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,707 mi
Last recorded82,707 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R-L32,487 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG981 SGN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R-L
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 82,707 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2017 82,297 miles

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))

Pass 17 Sep 2016 78,435 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 76,507 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 760,094 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 66,352 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 49,373 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011

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)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 48,362 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 47,711 miles

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)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 43,868 miles

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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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.

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