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P896 FEC

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,727 mi
Last recorded14,727 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP896 FEC
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 14,727 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 14,727 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 14,591 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,503 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 14,337 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 14,160 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 13,984 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 13,090 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2008 13,090 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,054 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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P896 FEC is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P896 FEC, 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 P896 FEC registered?

P896 FEC is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P896 FEC safe to buy?

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