1989 Honda Vf400f MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Vf400f models manufactured in 1989, based on 57 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1989 Honda Vf400f MOT Analysis
The 1989 Honda Vf400f has an MOT pass rate of 75.4% based on 57 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 35,621 miles on the odometer. With a 24.6% failure rate, the 1989 Vf400f is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1989 Honda Vf400f is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 1.8% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle tyres is the second most common issue at 1.8%. Motorcycle wheels follows at 1.8%.
Top failures specific to 1989 models only. The overall Vf400f page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.8% | 1 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.8% | 1 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 35,621 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.49 | 1.8% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.49 | 1.8% | 1 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.49 | 1.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1989 Honda Vf400f has an MOT pass rate of 75.4% based on 57 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 35,621 miles on the odometer. With a 24.6% failure rate, the 1989 Vf400f is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1989 Honda Vf400f, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 35,621 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 1.8% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda Vf400f models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle tyres — 1.8% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda Vf400f models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle wheels — 1.8% of failures
Motorcycle wheels issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda Vf400f models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.