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N263 HTP

1998 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,476 mi
Last recorded20,476 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN263 HTP
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,476 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2011 20,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 14,004 miles

slight damage on rear tyre

Fail 24 Feb 2010 13,886 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

slight run out on front brake discs

Pass 21 Feb 2009 12,748 miles

annodised brake fittings not for road use

Pass 27 Feb 2008 12,084 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 10,997 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 10,997 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

anodised brake fittings fitted to front and rear brake systems

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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N263 HTP is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 25,032 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 N263 HTP, 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 28 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N263 HTP registered?

N263 HTP is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is N263 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N263 HTP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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