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E507 JKS

1997 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,870 mi
Last recorded50,870 miles
Recorded on14 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE507 JKS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2010 50,870 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

all brake hoses covered

Pass 9 May 2009 47,910 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 47,865 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 47,865 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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E507 JKS is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E507 JKS, 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 E507 JKS registered?

E507 JKS is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is E507 JKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E507 JKS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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