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E424 AJC

1997 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,007 mi
Last recorded29,007 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE424 AJC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 29,007 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2009 29,433 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 29,164 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 29,144 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 29,947 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 29,739 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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E424 AJC is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 34,450 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 E424 AJC, 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 29 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 E424 AJC?

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What year was E424 AJC registered?

E424 AJC is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is E424 AJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E424 AJC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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