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L719 XHU

1997 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,266 mi
Last recorded55,266 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL719 XHU
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 55,266 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 54,642 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 54,399 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 53,655 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 52,270 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 51,966 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated clamp broken from downpipes to rear section, may cause slight exhaust blow (7.1.1a)

right side panel broken

Pass 8 Feb 2016 51,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

fairing panels-seat unit cracked/damaged

Fail 8 Feb 2016 51,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

fairing panels-seat unit cracked/damaged

Pass 30 Jan 2015 50,054 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 47,747 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 41,740 miles

o/s footrest bent but still able to function

o/s indicator lose

Fail 12 Apr 2011 41,740 miles

Nearside Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

o/s footrest bent but still able to function

o/s indicator lose

Pass 15 Apr 2010 35,792 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 34,965 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 34,958 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 28,381 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 28,306 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 28,306 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 27,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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L719 XHU is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L719 XHU, 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 L719 XHU registered?

L719 XHU is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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