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E511 XRH

1997 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,638 mi
Last recorded49,638 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE511 XRH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 49,638 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 49,481 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 49,453 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

cush drive has some play

Pass 9 Oct 2017 47,362 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 49,352 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 48,808 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 48,808 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 47,865 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 47,865 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 46,794 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 45,645 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 44,422 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 41,721 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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E511 XRH is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E511 XRH, 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 E511 XRH registered?

E511 XRH is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is E511 XRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E511 XRH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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