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E984 AEY

1996 Honda VFR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,093 mi
Last recorded53,093 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR40037,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE984 AEY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 53,093 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower shock absorber bush ha slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 52,975 miles

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush slight play in upper shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 May 2023 52,770 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 52,635 miles

Drive chain runner insecure.

cush drive slight wear

Pass 5 Sep 2020 52,531 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 52,517 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 52,131 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 52,131 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)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 15 May 2007 52,063 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 51,779 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2006 51,778 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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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E984 AEY is a 1996 Honda VFR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 37,810 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 E984 AEY, 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 30 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 E984 AEY registered?

E984 AEY is a 1996 Honda VFR400, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is E984 AEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E984 AEY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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