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H936 XYC

1998 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,859 mi
Last recorded41,859 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR40035,316 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH936 XYC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 41,859 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 41,809 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 41,671 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 41,652 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 41,381 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 40,678 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 40,678 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2010 40,538 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 40,538 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,279 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 39,279 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 2 May 2008 37,159 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 34,775 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 29,906 miles

Advise rear break pedal repaired.

Fail 7 Jul 2005 29,722 miles

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

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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H936 XYC is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 35,316 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 H936 XYC, 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 28 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 H936 XYC registered?

H936 XYC is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is H936 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H936 XYC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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