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VLV 1C

1996 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,571 mi
Last recorded44,571 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLV 1C
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 44,571 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 44,571 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 44,751 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 44,571 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 44,570 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 42,269 miles

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

Nearside Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 12 May 2020 40,949 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 39,574 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 39,567 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 37,028 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 37,026 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 35,222 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2014 35,222 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?

Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.

76.6%
Pass Rate
594
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 176
reflector on motorcycle missing 157
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 149
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
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VLV 1C is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLV 1C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLV 1C registered?

VLV 1C is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 21 August 1996.

Is VLV 1C safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLV 1C shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLV 1C have outstanding finance?

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