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E503 HCD

1997 Honda VFR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,427 mi
Last recorded33,427 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE503 HCD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 33,427 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 33,428 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 33,428 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 33,428 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 33,429 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 33,429 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Brake pedal cracked (3.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2007 32,316 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 32,248 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Nearside rear lamp not working

Offside lower radiator mounting damaged

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 28,488 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 28,412 miles

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

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

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

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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E503 HCD is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E503 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 E503 HCD registered?

E503 HCD is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is E503 HCD safe to buy?

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