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P730 DFT

1997 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

13,903 mi
Last recorded13,903 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP730 DFT
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 13,903 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 12,645 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 12,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Dec 2010 11,107 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no beam pattern or E no

Fail 18 Dec 2010 11,107 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no beam pattern or E no

Pass 4 Jul 2009 10,894 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 10,871 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P730 DFT is a 1997 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P730 DFT, 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 P730 DFT registered?

P730 DFT is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P730 DFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P730 DFT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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