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J595 WJW

1996 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,907 mi
Last recorded14,907 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ595 WJW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 14,907 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2013 14,521 miles

Nearside Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

exhaust clip missing

n/s steering stop worn

Pass 4 Jun 2013 14,521 miles

Nearside Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

exhaust clip missing

n/s steering stop worn

Pass 7 Jun 2012 14,030 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 13,356 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 12,727 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 12,319 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 12,319 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 11,229 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 11,229 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2007 10,123 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 9,440 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 9,440 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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J595 WJW is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 J595 WJW, 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 J595 WJW registered?

J595 WJW is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is J595 WJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J595 WJW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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