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J437 LPO

1996 Honda VFR400

Silver Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,121 mi
Last recorded29,121 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ437 LPO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 29,121 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 28,779 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 28,361 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 26,913 miles

front mud guard mount broken

Fail 13 May 2015 26,913 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front mud guard mount broken

Pass 31 May 2014 21,539 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 19,665 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 18,580 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 17,221 miles

Chain & sprockets some wear

Fail 25 Jul 2007 17,221 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

chain slack

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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J437 LPO is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Silver with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J437 LPO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J437 LPO registered?

J437 LPO is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 5 November 1996.

Is J437 LPO safe to buy?

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