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N261 CWX

1995 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

81,803 mi
Last recorded81,803 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN261 CWX
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 81,803 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 80,082 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 76,965 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 75,499 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 75,119 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 74,422 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 74,422 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 74,275 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 73,594 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 73,429 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 72,400 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2015 71,096 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 69,342 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 69,342 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2014 69,342 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2013 67,718 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 66,713 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 66,713 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 66,009 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 63,287 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 63,287 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 57,450 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 50,066 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 40,936 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 31,666 miles

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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N261 CWX is a 1995 Honda XR400 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N261 CWX, 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 31 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N261 CWX registered?

N261 CWX is a 1995 Honda XR400, first registered on 8 August 1995.

Is N261 CWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N261 CWX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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