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E527 SFX

1997 Honda VFR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,519 mi
Last recorded55,519 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR40034,450 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE527 SFX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 55,519 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 55,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight play in bezels. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

speedometer is in kilometres , entered incorrectly previous tests. this motorcycle is an import.

Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,170 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 55,170 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2012 54,719 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.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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E527 SFX is a 1997 Honda VFR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E527 SFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E527 SFX registered?

E527 SFX is a 1997 Honda VFR400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is E527 SFX safe to buy?

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