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FX51 HWJ

2001 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests34 (21 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate61.8%

Mileage

29,090 mi
Last recorded29,090 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda XR4007,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 HWJ
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

21 pass 13 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 29,090 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 27,614 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 27,614 miles

Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 26,804 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 25,610 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2023 25,610 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 24,386 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 23,186 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 23,186 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 21,668 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 20,611 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 19,677 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 19,677 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 May 2017 19,432 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 19,196 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 19,196 miles

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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

Pass 2 May 2015 18,615 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 18,346 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 18,346 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 18,095 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 18,095 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 17,341 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 17,341 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,480 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2011 15,480 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 13,014 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,065 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 11,904 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 10,292 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Nov 2007 10,292 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Nov 2006 7,130 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 7,130 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 3,992 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 3,992 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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FX51 HWJ is a 2001 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 7,581 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 FX51 HWJ, 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 25 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX51 HWJ registered?

FX51 HWJ is a 2001 Honda XR400, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is FX51 HWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 HWJ shows 34 tests with a 61.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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