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J515 JNP

1998 Honda Vfr 400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,673 mi
Last recorded17,673 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Vfr 40030,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ515 JNP
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 17,673 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 17,673 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 17,108 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 17,088 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 16,392 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 15,695 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 15,311 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 15,311 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 15,291 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 15,291 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 15,291 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,290 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 15,273 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 15,273 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 14,935 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 14,376 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 13,341 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 11,679 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 400?

Based on 1,739 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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J515 JNP is a 1998 Honda Vfr 400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 30,435 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J515 JNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J515 JNP?

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What year was J515 JNP registered?

J515 JNP is a 1998 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is J515 JNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J515 JNP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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