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N213 JBK

1996 Honda XR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

4,288 mi
Last recorded4,288 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XR4008,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN213 JBK
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 4,288 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 4,242 miles
Fail 24 May 2024 4,238 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 4,236 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 4,233 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 4,233 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 4,210 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 4,137 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 3,891 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 3,742 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 3,733 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 3,680 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 3,667 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 3,444 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 3,444 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 3,363 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 3,282 miles

Slight play in rear shock absorber lower bush

Pass 16 Apr 2010 3,213 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 2,992 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fork gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

Fail 8 Apr 2009 2,982 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fork gaitors fitted - unable to fully test.

Pass 17 Apr 2008 2,454 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 17 Apr 2008 2,454 miles

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

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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N213 JBK is a 1996 Honda XR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 8,456 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 N213 JBK, 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 30 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N213 JBK registered?

N213 JBK is a 1996 Honda XR400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N213 JBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N213 JBK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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