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E527 XRH

1997 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,543 mi
Last recorded51,543 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R335,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE527 XRH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2010 51,543 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2010 51,543 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 51,542 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

petrol tank been repaired both sides

Pass 30 Jan 2007 49,586 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 49,340 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?

Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 290
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 270
reflector on motorcycle missing 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 254
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 202
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E527 XRH is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 35,533 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 VFR400R3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 290 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E527 XRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R3 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E527 XRH registered?

E527 XRH is a 1997 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 2 March 1997.

Is E527 XRH safe to buy?

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