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L542 YNV

1999 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,727 mi
Last recorded43,727 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2010
Typical for 1999 Honda RVF40028,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL542 YNV
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2010 43,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Number plate is starting to delaminate

Pass 13 Jan 2009 39,093 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 38,860 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 38,860 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 Jul 2008 38,829 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

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

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 33,310 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 33,310 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 26,673 miles

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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L542 YNV is a 1999 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 28,570 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 L542 YNV, 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 27 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L542 YNV registered?

L542 YNV is a 1999 Honda RVF400, first registered on 8 June 1999.

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