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E728 PFR

1997 Honda Vfr 400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,864 mi
Last recorded43,864 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 40037,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE728 PFR
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 43,864 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 43,864 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working brake lever switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 40,617 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 39,442 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 39,442 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 39,436 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 39,354 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 May 2011 37,771 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 37,771 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 13 May 2010 36,667 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 36,667 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 32,706 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,460 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 31,414 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 400?

Based on 1,739 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
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E728 PFR is a 1997 Honda Vfr 400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 37,606 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 Vfr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E728 PFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E728 PFR registered?

E728 PFR is a 1997 Honda Vfr 400, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is E728 PFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E728 PFR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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