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L22 VFR

1996 Honda Vfr 400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,433 mi
Last recorded42,433 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda Vfr 40044,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 42,433 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 42,433 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 42,379 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 42,374 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 42,374 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,099 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 42,025 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Mar 2015 42,025 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Mar 2014 41,951 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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L22 VFR is a 1996 Honda Vfr 400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 44,046 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 L22 VFR, 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 30 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L22 VFR registered?

L22 VFR is a 1996 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 10 June 1996.

Is L22 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L22 VFR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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