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J343 WRX

1998 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,538 mi
Last recorded18,538 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR40035,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ343 WRX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 18,538 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 18,538 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2013 18,354 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 17,867 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,524 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

fronr brake slightly binding

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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J343 WRX is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J343 WRX, 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 J343 WRX registered?

J343 WRX is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is J343 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J343 WRX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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