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KEY 73S

1999 Honda Vfr 400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

32,138 mi
Last recorded32,138 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda Vfr 40030,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEY 73S
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 32,138 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 32,040 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 31,891 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 31,714 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 31,258 miles

rear tyre cuts/tears , not to cords.

Fail 25 Jul 2012 31,258 miles

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 tyre cuts/tears , not to cords.

Fail 5 Jul 2012 31,258 miles

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

rear tyre cuts/tears , not to cords.

Pass 30 May 2009 31,111 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 May 2009 31,111 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 30,842 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Fail 12 May 2008 30,842 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2007 30,340 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 30,211 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 25,094 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 400?

Based on 1,739 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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KEY 73S is a 1999 Honda Vfr 400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 30,011 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 Vfr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KEY 73S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KEY 73S registered?

KEY 73S is a 1999 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is KEY 73S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEY 73S shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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