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P970 DJR

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,993 mi
Last recorded13,993 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 DJR
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 13,993 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 13,472 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Slight play in front brake caliper sliders

Pass 27 May 2015 13,099 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

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

Fail 27 May 2015 13,099 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

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

Fail 22 May 2014 12,463 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2014 12,463 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 12,237 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 12,020 miles

drive chain slack

non standard exhaust

Pass 27 Apr 2010 9,768 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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P970 DJR is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P970 DJR, 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 P970 DJR registered?

P970 DJR is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is P970 DJR safe to buy?

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