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PG03 VEA

2003 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda XR4006,474 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG03 VEA
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025
Fail 2 Aug 2025

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024
Fail 31 Jul 2024

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022
Pass 18 Jun 2021 277 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019

daytime mot issued off road bike,lights taped up,

Pass 22 Jun 2018
Pass 26 Jun 2017 862 miles

daylight use only

Pass 16 Jul 2013 308 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 208 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 6,610 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension has been modified (2.4.A.2d)

bike has odd wheels cast rear spoked front

Fail 27 Jun 2009 319 miles

Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear suspension has been modified (2.4.A.2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 6,052 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 2,589 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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PG03 VEA is a 2003 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 6,474 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 PG03 VEA, 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 23 years old, this Honda XR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PG03 VEA registered?

PG03 VEA is a 2003 Honda XR400, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is PG03 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG03 VEA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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