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E361 AYB

1998 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,695 mi
Last recorded60,695 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR40035,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE361 AYB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 60,695 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 60,688 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 60,212 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 59,156 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 55,758 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 55,286 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases COLLECTOR BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 51,776 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 49,229 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 46,421 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear rear cush drive worn rear sprocket

Pass 21 Jul 2015 44,367 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 43,765 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 41,895 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 41,095 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 40,856 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 40,598 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2010 40,598 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 40,012 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 40,012 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

spring clip missing from top of l/h fork leg/h. bar

Pass 7 Jun 2008 39,683 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 39,637 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2007 39,249 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brakes bind very slightly

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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E361 AYB is a 1998 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 35,316 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 E361 AYB, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E361 AYB?

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What year was E361 AYB registered?

E361 AYB is a 1998 Honda VFR400, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is E361 AYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E361 AYB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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