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F62 EBV

1997 Honda VFR400R

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,751 mi
Last recorded41,751 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR400R38,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF62 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 41,751 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 41,739 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 41,051 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 40,377 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 40,377 miles

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

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 40,248 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 40,003 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 38,339 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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F62 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,236 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 VFR400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F62 EBV, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F62 EBV registered?

F62 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR400R, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is F62 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F62 EBV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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