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VGW 274S

1977 Honda 400/4

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,165 mi
Last recorded31,165 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 Honda 400/420,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGW 274S
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 31,165 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 31,133 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 31,133 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 31,128 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Sep 2013 31,128 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 400/4?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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VGW 274S is a 1977 Honda 400/4 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Honda 400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 20,845 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 400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGW 274S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Honda 400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VGW 274S?

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What year was VGW 274S registered?

VGW 274S is a 1977 Honda 400/4, first registered on 21 October 1977.

Is VGW 274S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGW 274S 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 VGW 274S have outstanding finance?

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