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H975 BGN

1998 Honda VFR400

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,727 mi
Last recorded34,727 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR40035,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH975 BGN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,727 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 34,727 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 32,733 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 32,733 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2007 30,727 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 30,727 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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H975 BGN is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 H975 BGN, 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 H975 BGN registered?

H975 BGN is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is H975 BGN safe to buy?

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