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K615 YFV

1997 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,505 mi
Last recorded42,505 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK615 YFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2014 42,505 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 42,505 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 39,126 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 39,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2011 36,015 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 34,750 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 33,243 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 33,197 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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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K615 YFV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 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 K615 YFV, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K615 YFV?

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What year was K615 YFV registered?

K615 YFV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is K615 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K615 YFV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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