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J973 FVG

2001 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,839 mi
Last recorded42,839 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda VFR40029,707 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ973 FVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 42,839 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 42,839 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 41,479 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 41,479 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2010 41,440 miles

Anodised brake line fittings used likely to corrode on front

Fail 9 Jul 2009 40,911 miles

Anodised brake line fitting used likely to corrode

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,911 miles

Anodised brake line fitting used likely to corrode

Pass 23 Jul 2008 39,923 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,143 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 37,651 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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J973 FVG is a 2001 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J973 FVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J973 FVG registered?

J973 FVG is a 2001 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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