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M7 HXR

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,474 mi
Last recorded5,474 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 HXR
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2009 5,474 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Left hand handlebar grip is slightly loose.

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Unable to obtain stable brake reading due to off road syle road legal tyres. Brake performance is satisfactory.

Fail 5 Aug 2009 5,474 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Left hand handlebar grip is slightly loose.

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Unable to obtain stable brake reading due to off road syle road legal tyres. Brake performance is satisfactory.

Pass 13 Jan 2007 5,474 miles

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 16 Oct 2006 5,474 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

[1] number plate may be illegal...size.. †[2] indis EXEMPT , † by desighn single rider /offroad use..

How Reliable is the Honda XR400?

Based on 15,679 MOT tests across 1,711 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 236
wheel bearings have excessive free play 203
Tyre is unsuitable 181
wheel bearings have excessive free play 170
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 134
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M7 HXR is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 8,842 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 XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M7 HXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M7 HXR registered?

M7 HXR is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is M7 HXR safe to buy?

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