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K335 PGJ

1996 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,454 mi
Last recorded16,454 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK335 PGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 16,454 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 16,454 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 16,454 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 16,405 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 16,285 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 16,285 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 16,278 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 16,201 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 15,991 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,991 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 15,433 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 24,002 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 23,995 miles

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

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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K335 PGJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K335 PGJ, 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 K335 PGJ registered?

K335 PGJ is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is K335 PGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K335 PGJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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