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E25 VFR

1988 Honda VFR400R

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,441 mi
Last recorded33,441 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE25 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2025 33,441 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Shock and linkage (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 33,031 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 30,542 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 28,175 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 28,106 miles

number plate may not be legal

Pass 14 Mar 2008 26,047 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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E25 VFR is a 1988 Honda VFR400R in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E25 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E25 VFR registered?

E25 VFR is a 1988 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E25 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E25 VFR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E25 VFR have outstanding finance?

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