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L434 FEL

1998 Honda VFR400R

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,799 mi
Last recorded34,799 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR400R31,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL434 FEL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 34,799 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 34,719 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 34,260 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 32,457 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,763 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 31,755 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 28,267 miles

Front Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

unable to get clear view of rear brake pads recommend inspection

Fail 20 May 2009 28,217 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

unable to get clear view of rear brake pads recommend inspection

Pass 11 Jun 2008 27,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 10 Jun 2008 27,597 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 26,180 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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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L434 FEL is a 1998 Honda VFR400R in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 31,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L434 FEL, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L434 FEL registered?

L434 FEL is a 1998 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 9 September 1998.

Is L434 FEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L434 FEL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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