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J788 XAN

2002 Honda Xrv

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

49,803 mi
Last recorded49,803 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Xrv27,607 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ788 XAN
MakeHonda
ModelXrv
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 49,803 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower frame but has sump guard fitted unable to inspect fully (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner has a gap in between the pad & disc

Fail 10 Jun 2025 49,803 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high n/s o/s n/s has tape (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower frame but has sump guard fitted unable to inspect fully (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner has a gap in between the pad & disc

Pass 27 Jun 2024 49,759 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 49,559 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement in rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 49,559 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement in rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front switch inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 49,555 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 49,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2021 49,458 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 49,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 48,828 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 48,615 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 48,121 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 48,121 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey blowing from middle. not holding down pipe in (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength in 5 places (4.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2017 48,121 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings not tested

Speedo cable not fitted correctly

How Reliable is the Honda Xrv?

Based on 976 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
999
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
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J788 XAN is a 2002 Honda Xrv in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Honda Xrv models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 27,607 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 Xrv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J788 XAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xrv typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Honda Xrv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J788 XAN registered?

J788 XAN is a 2002 Honda Xrv, first registered on 9 April 2002.

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