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P21 XSU

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,987 mi
Last recorded7,987 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 XSU
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 7,987 miles

Central Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 7,973 miles

Central Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2015 7,780 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 7,612 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

clutch lever broken.

instrument panel insecure.

Pass 16 Feb 2013 6,121 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 5,506 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 5,380 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 5,380 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 5,291 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 5,114 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 4,963 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 4,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 4,838 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2006 4,838 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

How Reliable is the Honda XR400?

Based on 15,679 MOT tests across 1,711 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 236
wheel bearings have excessive free play 203
Tyre is unsuitable 181
wheel bearings have excessive free play 170
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 134
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P21 XSU is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 8,842 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 XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P21 XSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P21 XSU registered?

P21 XSU is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P21 XSU safe to buy?

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