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L171 KFU

1997 Honda Rvf 400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,597 mi
Last recorded60,597 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda Rvf 40030,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL171 KFU
MakeHonda
ModelRvf 400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 60,597 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 60,148 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 59,804 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 59,451 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 59,451 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 58,732 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 58,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 57,528 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 56,605 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 52,358 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 48,352 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 48,352 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 44,278 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 44,026 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Rvf 400?

Based on 904 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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L171 KFU is a 1997 Honda Rvf 400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Rvf 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 30,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Rvf 400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L171 KFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Rvf 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Rvf 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L171 KFU registered?

L171 KFU is a 1997 Honda Rvf 400, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is L171 KFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L171 KFU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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