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E217 LUT

1987 Honda VFR400R3

Blue Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,933 mi
Last recorded48,933 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR400R344,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE217 LUT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR400R3
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 48,933 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 48,817 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 48,848 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 48,534 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 47,765 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 43,747 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2015 43,468 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 43,218 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 42,846 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,614 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 41,943 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 40,308 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR400R3?

Based on 14,263 MOT tests across 2,029 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,029
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 290
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 270
reflector on motorcycle missing 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 254
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 202
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E217 LUT is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3 in Blue with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda VFR400R3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR400R3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 290 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E217 LUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR400R3 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Honda VFR400R3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E217 LUT registered?

E217 LUT is a 1987 Honda VFR400R3, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E217 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E217 LUT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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