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J435 MTJ

1996 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,622 mi
Last recorded52,622 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ435 MTJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 52,622 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 52,622 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 52,137 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 52,133 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 52,074 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 52,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 51,863 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 51,361 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 51,149 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 51,184 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 50,781 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 50,010 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 46,491 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,850 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 39,840 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 34,364 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 32,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

offside headlight low

Pass 24 Apr 2008 32,692 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 32,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 32,185 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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J435 MTJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J435 MTJ, 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 J435 MTJ registered?

J435 MTJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is J435 MTJ safe to buy?

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