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P786 BBB

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,001 mi
Last recorded19,001 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP786 BBB
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 19,001 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 18,356 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 17,955 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 15,833 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 12,364 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 12,345 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 10,283 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre sidewall cracked

front tyre tread type makes it hard to fully measure tread depth,but worn close to legal limit

gear selector loose

Pass 10 Dec 2012 6,128 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 5,185 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

bike is tested as a daylight test only front and rear lights and switches have been perminantly masked over with tape

both front and rear tyres are of off roads type but have mst on them

Pass 18 Feb 2010 4,137 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 4,135 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 3,367 miles

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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P786 BBB is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P786 BBB, 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.

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What year was P786 BBB registered?

P786 BBB is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 7 March 1997.

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