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CU53 BYB

2004 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

2,257 mi
Last recorded2,257 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda XR4005,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 BYB
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 2,257 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Lower linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 2,258 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 2,258 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 2,258 miles

Clutch lever is broken on the end but can be applied safely.

Front Brake lever is broken on the end but can be applied safely.

Pass 27 Jul 2022 2,258 miles

Clutch lever shortened But can be applied safely. (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

No Indicators fitted to this bike.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 2,258 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 16 Jul 2021 2,258 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Apr 2017 2,258 miles

no indicators fitted st time of test

Pass 29 Apr 2015 2,258 miles

No indicators fitted.

Pass 2 Oct 2013 2,216 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 2,216 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 2,112 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 2,104 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 2,104 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 1,888 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 1,888 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 1,173 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 1,173 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2007

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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CU53 BYB is a 2004 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 5,569 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 CU53 BYB, 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 22 years old, this Honda XR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU53 BYB registered?

CU53 BYB is a 2004 Honda XR400, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is CU53 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 BYB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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