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E466 EBW

1997 Honda VFR400R

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,442 mi
Last recorded28,442 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE466 EBW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 28,442 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 28,321 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 28,234 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 27,694 miles

rear/no/plate on the small side

Fail 28 May 2012 27,694 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

rear/no/plate on the small side

Fail 2 Aug 2011 27,687 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,465 miles

front brake slight drag

rear no/plate considered to be small

Fail 16 Sep 2008 26,891 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 26,891 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 22,296 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 20,821 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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E466 EBW is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E466 EBW, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E466 EBW registered?

E466 EBW is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is E466 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E466 EBW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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