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H795 PHK

1996 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,831 mi
Last recorded59,831 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH795 PHK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 59,831 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 59,172 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 58,395 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 58,281 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 57,983 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 57,689 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 56,484 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 54,976 miles

Offside Front Front Brake Fluid Overfilled Slightly

Fail 14 May 2016 54,976 miles

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

Offside Front Front Brake Fluid Overfilled Slightly

Pass 27 May 2015 53,843 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 53,593 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 52,320 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 52,320 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 47,788 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

R/H side light out

Fail 25 Aug 2010 47,788 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

R/H side light out

Pass 11 Jul 2009 39,176 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 33,514 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 25,555 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 22,528 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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H795 PHK is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 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 H795 PHK, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H795 PHK registered?

H795 PHK is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 19 July 1996.

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