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PO53 KYT

2003 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

18,438 mi
Last recorded18,438 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XR4006,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 KYT
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 18,438 miles

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 17,622 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 16,809 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 15,392 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied Front Brake Lever (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 14,038 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 11,299 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 11,009 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 10,815 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 10,815 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 10,579 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 9,794 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 9,794 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible in between blocks is greater space than the block size itself (4.1.3(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2015 8,922 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 8,804 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 8,519 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 8,359 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 7,810 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 7,785 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 6,790 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 3 Oct 2009 6,790 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Mar 2008 3,569 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Mar 2008 3,546 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Chain guard missing

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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PO53 KYT is a 2003 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PO53 KYT, 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 PO53 KYT registered?

PO53 KYT is a 2003 Honda XR400, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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