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L331 LTF

1997 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,774 mi
Last recorded35,774 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL331 LTF
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2020 35,774 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 35,639 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 33,843 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 33,291 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 32,952 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 32,098 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 32,098 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake master cylinder has an excessively worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,961 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 30,952 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 27,063 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2007 22,626 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 22,626 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 20,975 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 20,975 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda RVF400?

Based on 3,191 MOT tests across 383 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
383
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 47
reflector on motorcycle missing 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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L331 LTF is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 28,748 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 RVF400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L331 LTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda RVF400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L331 LTF registered?

L331 LTF is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is L331 LTF safe to buy?

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