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MD53 VDE

2003 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,621 mi
Last recorded6,621 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR4006,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD53 VDE
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 6,621 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Lights masked at time of test

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 6,518 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

lights masked

Pass 25 Nov 2020 6,260 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

No lights time of test

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2008 4,953 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 4,115 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 4,115 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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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MD53 VDE is a 2003 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 6,474 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MD53 VDE, 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 23 years old, this Honda XR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MD53 VDE registered?

MD53 VDE is a 2003 Honda XR400, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is MD53 VDE safe to buy?

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