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K840 DTM

2003 Honda VFR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

54,742 mi
Last recorded54,742 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda VFR40027,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK840 DTM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 54,742 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 53,319 miles

Nearside bulb in rear brake light operating incorrectly

Pass 24 Jun 2017 49,836 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 47,807 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive seized links (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 43,881 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 42,002 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2013 40,298 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 37,662 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 36,830 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

n/s bar end insecure

Pass 7 Jul 2009 35,289 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 35,281 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 33,166 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 29,953 miles

frame creaking ?????

front tyre worn out of shape

not running correctly at low rpm

rear brake begining to bind

small hole in l/h headlamp

steering twisted

Fail 11 Jul 2007 29,953 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

frame creaking ????

front tyre worn out of shape

not running correctly at low rpm

rear brake begining to bind

small hole in l/h headlamp

steering twisted

Pass 19 Jul 2006 28,306 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 28,306 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)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

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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K840 DTM is a 2003 Honda VFR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 27,768 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 K840 DTM, 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 23 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K840 DTM registered?

K840 DTM is a 2003 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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