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L296 OFS

1997 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,562 mi
Last recorded48,562 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL296 OFS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 May 2015 48,562 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

nearside dip beam inop

Pass 12 May 2015 48,562 miles

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

nearside dip beam inop

Pass 24 Jul 2013 47,607 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,710 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 35,823 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 35,823 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 34,931 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 34,879 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 33,777 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 33,716 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 32,350 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 31,450 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 29,783 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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L296 OFS is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 L296 OFS, 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

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What year was L296 OFS registered?

L296 OFS is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is L296 OFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L296 OFS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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