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E989 ERR

1988 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,842 mi
Last recorded23,842 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE989 ERR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 23,842 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 23,050 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 22,312 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 21,424 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 20,210 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 19,263 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 18,856 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 18,277 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 17,655 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 16,674 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 May 2016 15,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 14,303 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 13,203 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R?

Based on 1,657 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
584
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
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E989 ERR is a 1988 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E989 ERR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E989 ERR registered?

E989 ERR is a 1988 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E989 ERR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E989 ERR shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E989 ERR have outstanding finance?

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