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P665 TRP

1996 Honda Rvf

Black Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

40,516 mi
Last recorded40,516 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Rvf29,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP665 TRP
MakeHonda
ModelRvf
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 40,516 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 40,495 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 38,686 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 37,658 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 35,814 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 35,814 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 34,202 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 34,202 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 33,428 miles

Front Wheel slightly rough when rotated

Pass 18 Oct 2018 32,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 32,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2018 32,634 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle slow to return

Pass 2 Oct 2014 32,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2014 32,624 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 32,500 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 31,607 miles

Inner Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 31,607 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 31,606 miles

Nearside Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 31,606 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 29,608 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 29,608 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2008 29,599 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 26,335 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Rvf?

Based on 1,499 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
453
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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P665 TRP is a 1996 Honda Rvf in Black with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda Rvf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 29,507 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 Rvf fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P665 TRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Rvf typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Rvf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P665 TRP registered?

P665 TRP is a 1996 Honda Rvf, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P665 TRP safe to buy?

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