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R117 CAU

1997 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,457 mi
Last recorded37,457 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 CAU
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 37,457 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2026 37,450 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 37,274 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 37,268 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 37,262 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired Right Hand Stop Light Bulb Innoperable (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 37,171 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 35,893 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 34,190 miles

Front brake hoses fitted with alloy fitting not recomended for road use.

Pass 5 Aug 2011 34,183 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 33,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,282 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 31,541 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,027 miles

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

throttle sticking on lock to lock slighty not effecting operation

Pass 4 Aug 2006 26,732 miles

How Reliable is the Honda RVF400?

Based on 3,191 MOT tests across 383 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
383
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 47
reflector on motorcycle missing 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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R117 CAU is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 28,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda RVF400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R117 CAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda RVF400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R117 CAU registered?

R117 CAU is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R117 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 CAU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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