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P545 XGK

1998 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,620 mi
Last recorded37,620 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP545 XGK
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 37,620 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 36,988 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 36,936 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 35,508 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 35,508 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 34,346 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 34,312 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 32,486 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 30,249 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 27,592 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 25,809 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,685 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 25,677 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 25,037 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 24,877 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 23,339 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 22,702 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 22,207 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 22,197 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 21,340 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 21,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,185 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 20,088 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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P545 XGK is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P545 XGK, 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 P545 XGK registered?

P545 XGK is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is P545 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P545 XGK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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