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M402 BMA

1997 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

29,110 mi
Last recorded29,110 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM402 BMA
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 29,110 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 28,580 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 27,555 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 25,822 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 25,515 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 59,008 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 57,635 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 57,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 24 May 2012 56,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 24 May 2012 56,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 55,422 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 55,341 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2009 53,848 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 49,890 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 49,857 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Jul 2007 36,748 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 36,748 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 29,395 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2006 29,375 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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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M402 BMA is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 M402 BMA, 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 M402 BMA registered?

M402 BMA is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is M402 BMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M402 BMA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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