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Honda VFR400

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 399 cc

L85 YNVMOT history

L85 YNV is a blue petrol Honda VFR400 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 54,381 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
54,381 km
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
968 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L85 YNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VFR400
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
399 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L85 YNV was last recorded at 54,381 km on 8 Jul 2026, 282 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,099 km · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
282 km
Average per year
968 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,381 km
  • 2025 – 54,099 km
  • 2019 – 53,929 km
  • 2015 – 53,570 km
  • 2013 – 46,913 km
  • 2012 – 38,968 km
  • 2010 – 38,834 km
  • 2009 – 37,658 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,381 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,381 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,381 km
    Test number
    407089163152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail54,381 km (+282)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,381 km
    Test number
    937641830841
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass54,099 km (+170)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,099 km
    Test number
    606319286397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,929 km (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,929 km
    Test number
    319911401045
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight has tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Fail53,896 km3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,896 km
    Test number
    672477143023
    • MajorFront Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Steering damper stopping lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
    • MajorRear Footrest missing Has seat no pegs (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight Has tight spot (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass53,716 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,716 miles
    Test number
    303624015752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,581 miles
    Test number
    465888880689
    • AdvisoryOsf fairing slightly insecure

  8. Fail53,570 km (+6,657)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,570 km
    Test number
    919445425177
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

  9. Pass46,913 km (+7,945)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,913 km
    Test number
    247581233410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,968 km (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,968 km
    Test number
    528649732109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail38,965 km (+131)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,965 km
    Test number
    328425612137
    • FailureDrive belt excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureFront Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • FailureFront Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)
    • NoteBroken front screen

  12. Pass38,834 km (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,834 km
    Test number
    392015670098
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

  13. Fail38,821 km (+1,163)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,821 km
    Test number
    982287360061
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

  14. Fail37,658 km3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,658 km
    Test number
    364175889047
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass37,658 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,658 km
    Test number
    650885589071
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about L85 YNV

Does L85 YNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L85 YNV is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L85 YNV?
The MOT on L85 YNV is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L85 YNV done?
L85 YNV was recorded at 54,381 km at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 968 km a year.
Has L85 YNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L85 YNV has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L85 YNV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L85 YNV find?
L85 YNV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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