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P263 UAG

1997 Honda VFR400R-L

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,951 mi
Last recorded23,951 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R-L32,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 UAG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R-L
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2009 23,951 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 22,987 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 22,987 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 21,353 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 18,150 miles

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

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

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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P263 UAG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R-L models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 32,487 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P263 UAG, 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 29 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 P263 UAG registered?

P263 UAG is a 1997 Honda VFR400R-L, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P263 UAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 UAG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P263 UAG have outstanding finance?

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