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N404 NTC

1997 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,206 mi
Last recorded28,206 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN404 NTC
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 28,206 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 28,087 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/60/17 bt57 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 160/60/17 sporttec m5 (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 27,941 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired Light is slightly loose (1.1.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front 120/60-ZR17 BT57 worn down to 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 27,533 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 27,325 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 26,782 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,865 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 25,865 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

suspect rear pads close to limit-unable to see clearly

Pass 20 Jul 2012 24,970 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 24,970 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2011 24,434 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 24,434 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 22,868 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 22,868 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2008 22,850 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 22,823 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 22,815 miles

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

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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N404 NTC is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 28,748 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 N404 NTC, 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 29 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N404 NTC registered?

N404 NTC is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 19 December 1997.

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The MOT history for N404 NTC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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