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P424 JPY

1997 Honda Xr

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,457 mi
Last recorded22,457 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Xr7,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP424 JPY
MakeHonda
ModelXr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 22,457 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 22,266 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 21,439 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 16,543 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017
Fail 29 Sep 2017

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 13,395 miles

HORN INTRERMITANT

NO PLATE LAMP LOOKS TEMPARY FITMENT

Pass 23 Aug 2014 12,618 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 12,536 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 11,982 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,078 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 9,649 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr?

Based on 4,199 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre is unsuitable 36
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
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P424 JPY is a 1997 Honda Xr in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Xr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 7,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P424 JPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Xr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P424 JPY registered?

P424 JPY is a 1997 Honda Xr, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P424 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P424 JPY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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