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P471 VRO

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,053 mi
Last recorded20,053 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP471 VRO
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 20,053 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 19,849 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 19,572 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 18,961 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 18,264 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 17,023 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 15,950 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 15,654 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 15,452 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 13,783 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 13,745 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 13,674 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 13,629 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 13,541 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 13,406 miles

Aggressive off road tyres fitted

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 13,406 miles

Aggressive off road tyres fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2011 13,400 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,358 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 102,047 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 12,806 miles

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

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

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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P471 VRO is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P471 VRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P471 VRO registered?

P471 VRO is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P471 VRO safe to buy?

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