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N423 NTC

1998 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

32,475 mi
Last recorded32,475 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN423 NTC
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2013 32,475 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 28,547 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 28,510 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 12 May 2011 26,439 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Apr 2011 26,341 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2010 23,542 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 23,519 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 22,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 22,400 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 19,753 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 18,592 miles

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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N423 NTC is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 N423 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 28 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N423 NTC registered?

N423 NTC is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is N423 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N423 NTC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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