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M816 VNU

1995 Honda VFR400R-L

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,522 mi
Last recorded38,522 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM816 VNU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R-L
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 38,522 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 38,371 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 38,339 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 37,803 miles

chain condition

rear discs condition

slight exhaust leak

Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,967 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 35,488 miles

rear reflector requires re positioning

Pass 2 Jun 2014 34,818 miles

slight exhaust leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 34,139 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE HANDGRIPS SLIGHTY WORN

Pass 22 May 2012 33,880 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 33,527 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 33,527 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 22 May 2010 32,919 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 31,961 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 29,440 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 May 2007 25,744 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 25,744 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 May 2006 21,614 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R-L?

Based on 561 MOT tests across 105 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
105
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
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M816 VNU is a 1995 Honda VFR400R-L in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R-L fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M816 VNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R-L typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 31 years old, this Honda VFR400R-L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M816 VNU registered?

M816 VNU is a 1995 Honda VFR400R-L, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M816 VNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M816 VNU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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