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L691 SUB

1998 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,485 mi
Last recorded23,485 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL691 SUB
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 23,485 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 23,432 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2016 23,432 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 18,790 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 15,195 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 14,076 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 14,076 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 13,964 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 11,840 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 11,816 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 11,777 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 11,272 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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L691 SUB is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 25,032 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 L691 SUB, 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 28 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L691 SUB registered?

L691 SUB is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is L691 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L691 SUB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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