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N282 HTW

1998 Honda Rvf 400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

38,420 mi
Last recorded38,420 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Rvf 40028,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN282 HTW
MakeHonda
ModelRvf 400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 38,420 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 38,132 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 38,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 37,054 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 37,050 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 37,050 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 36,776 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 36,354 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 36,354 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2012 35,577 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 35,577 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 34,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,843 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,842 miles

exhaust repaired

Fail 8 Sep 2009 30,842 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

exhaust repaired

Pass 13 Sep 2008 28,575 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 28,575 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 28,138 miles

front brake binding slightly (new pads)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 27,818 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 27,818 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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

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

r tyre on twi s.req replacing shortly

How Reliable is the Honda Rvf 400?

Based on 904 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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N282 HTW is a 1998 Honda Rvf 400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1998 Honda Rvf 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,575 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 Rvf 400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N282 HTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Rvf 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Rvf 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N282 HTW registered?

N282 HTW is a 1998 Honda Rvf 400, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is N282 HTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N282 HTW shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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