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H179 AGF

1997 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,073 mi
Last recorded48,073 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH179 AGF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2008 48,073 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 47,399 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 52,212 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 52,197 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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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H179 AGF is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 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 VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H179 AGF, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H179 AGF registered?

H179 AGF is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is H179 AGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H179 AGF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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