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R109 KGC

1997 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,999 mi
Last recorded99,999 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 KGC
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 99,999 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 99,999 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jun 2017
Fail 21 Jun 2017

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 99,999 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 99,999 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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))

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 9,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 999,999 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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R109 KGC is a 1997 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R109 KGC, 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 R109 KGC registered?

R109 KGC is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R109 KGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R109 KGC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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