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L571 RGW

1996 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,065 mi
Last recorded56,065 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2009
Typical for 1996 Honda RVF40028,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL571 RGW
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2009 56,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 56,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 42,602 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 30,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 29,593 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 29,593 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 25,006 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 24,523 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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L571 RGW is a 1996 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 28,205 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 L571 RGW, 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 30 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L571 RGW registered?

L571 RGW is a 1996 Honda RVF400, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is L571 RGW safe to buy?

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