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J898 XSG

1997 Honda 400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,617 mi
Last recorded32,617 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda 40025,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ898 XSG
MakeHonda
Model400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 32,617 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 32,536 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2021 31,797 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 31,743 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 30,715 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 30,153 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 29,508 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 29,508 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 29,170 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 27,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 27,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 23,750 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 17,491 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 17,491 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 17,299 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 17,329 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 13,880 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 400?

Based on 1,546 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Headlamp aim too low 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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J898 XSG is a 1997 Honda 400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J898 XSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this Honda 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J898 XSG registered?

J898 XSG is a 1997 Honda 400, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is J898 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J898 XSG 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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