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N730 HRV

1997 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,458 mi
Last recorded38,458 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN730 HRV
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 38,458 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2026 38,439 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 38,406 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 38,274 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 37,588 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 37,568 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2013 36,715 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 36,535 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 35,205 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,939 miles

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

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

all front brake hose fittings are aluminium and whilst in good condition are not recommened for road use

Fail 7 Mar 2008 27,939 miles

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

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

all front brake hose fittings are aluminium and whilst in good condition are not recommened for road use

Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,783 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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N730 HRV is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N730 HRV, 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 N730 HRV registered?

N730 HRV is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is N730 HRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N730 HRV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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