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N224 CST

1996 Honda XR400

White Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Honda XR4008,456 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN224 CST
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 19 Jan 2026 27,125 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 26,043 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 25,815 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 24,932 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2018 24,932 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 24,695 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2017 24,695 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 23,874 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2016 23,874 miles

Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 23,141 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 21,649 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 17 Aug 2013 21,649 miles

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

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 8 Sep 2012 20,876 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 20,876 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 20,432 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 20,408 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 19,689 miles

Single seat off road M/Cycle indicators not fitted

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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N224 CST is a 1996 Honda XR400 in White with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N224 CST, 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 N224 CST registered?

N224 CST is a 1996 Honda XR400, first registered on 10 April 1996.

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