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L743 LFR

1998 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,682 mi
Last recorded21,682 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL743 LFR
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 21,682 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 21,655 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 21,655 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 21,396 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 21,386 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2009 20,633 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 20,633 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 20,580 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,449 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,124 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 18,957 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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L743 LFR is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L743 LFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L743 LFR?

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What year was L743 LFR registered?

L743 LFR is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is L743 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L743 LFR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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