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H638 DFG

1997 Honda VFR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,370 mi
Last recorded43,370 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH638 DFG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 May 2024 43,370 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2023 42,974 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 42,469 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 42,111 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 41,784 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 40,972 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 39,935 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 30 Jul 2016 38,777 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 37,185 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 56,337 miles

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

anodised fittings on front brake lines

Pass 13 Jul 2013 53,629 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 51,026 miles

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

tyre dressing on front tyre

Pass 18 May 2006 50,359 miles

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

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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H638 DFG is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H638 DFG, 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 H638 DFG registered?

H638 DFG is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is H638 DFG safe to buy?

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