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Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 32 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.9%.

78.1%
Pass Rate
21.9%
Fail Rate
32
Total Tests
Motorcycle lighting and signalling
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 32 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% and a failure rate of 21.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 presents for MOT with approximately 18,740 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 12.5% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 12.5%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 9.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (32 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lighting and signalling 12.5%
Motorcycle steering and suspension 12.5%
Motorcycle tyres and wheels 9.4%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels12.5%4
2Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling12.5%4
3Motorcycle Steering And Suspension12.5%4
4Motorcycle Brakes3.1%1
5Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin3.1%1
6Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust3.1%1
7Motorcycle Drive System3.1%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 18,740 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle tyres and wheels6.67% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling6.67% per 10K miMotorcycle steering and suspension6.67% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes1.67% per 10K miMotorcycle reg plates and vin1.67% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust1.67% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system1.67% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle tyres and wheels6.6712.5%4
Motorcycle lighting and signalling6.6712.5%4
Motorcycle steering and suspension6.6712.5%4
Motorcycle brakes1.673.1%1
Motorcycle reg plates and vin1.673.1%1
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust1.673.1%1
Motorcycle drive system1.673.1%1

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Mileage at MOT

18,740
Mean
24,116
Median
5,410
25th Percentile
29,236
75th Percentile

The average Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 has 18,740 miles when tested for MOT.

📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate

How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.

11.69%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
21.9%
Overall Fail Rate
18,740 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.69% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 MOT Data

The Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 32 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% and a failure rate of 21.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle steering and suspension for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Vfr400 Nc-30 is likely to perform.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 12.5% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 12.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle steering and suspension — 12.5% of failures

Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 12.5% of MOT failures on the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 9.4% of failures

Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 9.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30?

Based on 32 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 has an overall pass rate of 78.1% (21.9% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Vfr400 Nc-30?

The top 3 reasons a Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.5%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.5%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (9.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Honda Vfr400 Nc-30 reliable?

With a 21.9% MOT failure rate, the Vfr400 Nc-30 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Vfr400 Nc-30?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.5%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.5%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (9.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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