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K504 PAE

1996 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,179 mi
Last recorded53,179 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR400R36,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK504 PAE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 53,179 miles

Drive chain dry of lubricant

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Handlebar grips detoriated

Pass 1 Dec 2014 49,343 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 49,332 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 49,044 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 45,488 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 44,031 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 39,331 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 39,331 miles

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 36,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2007 35,356 miles

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)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 35,356 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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K504 PAE is a 1996 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 36,366 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K504 PAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K504 PAE registered?

K504 PAE is a 1996 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 21 November 1996.

Is K504 PAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K504 PAE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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