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P174 STW

2002 Honda VF400F

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

3,244 mi
Last recorded3,244 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 STW
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 3,244 miles

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

Rear tyre side walls prishing

Fail 2 Mar 2017 3,244 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear tyre side walls prishing

Pass 7 May 2015 2,618 miles

rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2014 2,613 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 2,613 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 15 May 2012 2,573 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre Starting to Perish on Sidewalls. No Mirrors Fitted.

Pass 1 Jul 2010 2,471 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 2,102 miles

Front Tyre Cracking around Side Walls.

Fail 13 Oct 2008 2,102 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 1,881 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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P174 STW is a 2002 Honda VF400F in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Honda VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P174 STW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VF400F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P174 STW registered?

P174 STW is a 2002 Honda VF400F, first registered on 4 July 2002.

Is P174 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P174 STW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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