MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,840 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
front brake binding slightly
rear discs cracking between holes
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
rear discs cracking between holes
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?
Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J960 ARC is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1998 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 35,316 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 J960 ARC, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was J960 ARC registered?
J960 ARC is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 12 October 1998.
Is J960 ARC safe to buy?
The MOT history for J960 ARC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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