CarVerify

Free Car Check

E998 XUA

1987 Honda VFR400R

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,963 mi
Last recorded36,963 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE998 XUA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1987
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 36,963 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 36,620 miles

front brake calipairs begining to stick

Pass 3 Apr 2010 35,771 miles

front brake calipairs begining to bind

Pass 4 Apr 2009 34,640 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside tail light bulb not working.

Pass 2 Apr 2008 34,282 miles

1 rear tail lamp not working.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 33,987 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 33,987 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2005 33,359 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
Full Honda VFR400R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E998 XUA is a 1987 Honda VFR400R in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E998 XUA, 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 39 years old, this Honda VFR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E998 XUA?

You can check the full history of E998 XUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E998 XUA registered?

E998 XUA is a 1987 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is E998 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E998 XUA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E998 XUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E998 XUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.