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J781 DAP

2001 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,279 mi
Last recorded38,279 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR40029,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ781 DAP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2011 38,279 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 38,279 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 28,573 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 28,559 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

one of two stop light bulbs is not working

Pass 3 Jul 2009 18,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 17,258 miles

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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J781 DAP is a 2001 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 29,707 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 J781 DAP, 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 25 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J781 DAP registered?

J781 DAP is a 2001 Honda VFR400, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is J781 DAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J781 DAP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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