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AE05 HGN

2005 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

12,582 mi
Last recorded12,582 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XR4005,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 HGN
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 12,582 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 12,560 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 11,348 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 11,189 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 10,960 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 8,374 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 5,867 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 5,333 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 5,110 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 4,679 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 4,496 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 4,477 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 4,477 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 3,944 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 3,944 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 3,664 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 3,444 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR400?

Based on 15,679 MOT tests across 1,711 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 236
wheel bearings have excessive free play 203
Tyre is unsuitable 181
wheel bearings have excessive free play 170
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 134
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AE05 HGN is a 2005 Honda XR400 in Red with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 5,719 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 XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 HGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE05 HGN registered?

AE05 HGN is a 2005 Honda XR400, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is AE05 HGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 HGN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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