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P978 VDG

1996 Honda XR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,224 mi
Last recorded8,224 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XR4008,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP978 VDG
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 8,224 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 8,296 miles

no lights fitted at time of test DAYTIME USE ONLY

Pass 14 Dec 2016
Pass 13 Dec 2014

DAYLIGHT MOT: only to be used during daylight hours, and not at times of seriously reduced visibilty

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Apr 2013 8,516 miles

DAYLIGHT MOT: Only to be used in daylight hours, not to be used at times of seriously reduced visability

Pass 20 Dec 2011 8,509 miles

DAY LIGHT MOT, NO HEADLAMP OR INDICATORS

Fail 20 Dec 2011 8,209 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

DAY LIGHT MOT, NO HEADLAMP OR INDICATORS

Pass 17 Dec 2010 8,209 miles

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

TESTED FOR DAYTIME USE ONLY

Pass 19 Dec 2009 8,109 miles

DAY TIME USE ONLY

Pass 21 Oct 2008 7,519 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 7,518 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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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P978 VDG is a 1996 Honda XR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 8,456 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 P978 VDG, 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 30 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 P978 VDG registered?

P978 VDG is a 1996 Honda XR400, first registered on 21 October 1996.

Is P978 VDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P978 VDG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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