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J805 JHY

1996 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,010 mi
Last recorded83,010 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ805 JHY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2008 83,010 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 75,184 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 75,173 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

riders seat broken but not insecure

Fail 25 Sep 2006 75,146 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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J805 JHY is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J805 JHY, 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 J805 JHY registered?

J805 JHY is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is J805 JHY safe to buy?

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