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N486 EYD

1998 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,348 mi
Last recorded25,348 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN486 EYD
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 25,348 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 25,341 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 24,866 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 24,230 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 23,880 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 23,384 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 22,411 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 22,272 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 22,254 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2016 22,252 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 22,172 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 19,784 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

chain needs lubricating!!!

Fail 8 Sep 2009 19,784 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

chain needs lubricating!!!

Pass 19 Jun 2008 16,105 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 16,090 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 16,076 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

Headlamp beam pattern diffused.

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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N486 EYD is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N486 EYD, 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 N486 EYD registered?

N486 EYD is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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