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H501 HKL

2002 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,179 mi
Last recorded29,179 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Honda VFR40027,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH501 HKL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2021 29,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2015 29,072 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 29,058 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 27,869 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 27,862 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 24,166 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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H501 HKL is a 2002 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 27,937 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 H501 HKL, 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 24 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H501 HKL?

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What year was H501 HKL registered?

H501 HKL is a 2002 Honda VFR400, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is H501 HKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H501 HKL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H501 HKL have outstanding finance?

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