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M982 VCH

1997 Honda RVF400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,068 mi
Last recorded23,068 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM982 VCH
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 23,068 miles

rear brake calliper bolts are made to be wired

Pass 2 Apr 2019 22,878 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned (6.2.7 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Dec 2012 22,744 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 22,744 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 21,789 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 16,369 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 16,350 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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M982 VCH is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M982 VCH, 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 M982 VCH registered?

M982 VCH is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 July 1997.

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