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E473 HCD

1997 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,875 mi
Last recorded56,875 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE473 HCD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2014 56,875 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 48,076 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 42,922 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 42,487 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,456 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 42,404 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear brake disc appears thin

Fail 1 Apr 2010 42,367 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Rear brake disc appears thin

Pass 12 Dec 2005 40,476 miles

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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E473 HCD is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E473 HCD, 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.

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What year was E473 HCD registered?

E473 HCD is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is E473 HCD safe to buy?

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