MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,562 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
nearside dip beam inop
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
nearside dip beam inop
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?
Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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