MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,875 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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
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
How Reliable is the Honda VFR400?
Based on 7,150 MOT tests across 1,069 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
The MOT history for E473 HCD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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