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R149 EPP

1998 Honda XR400

Black Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,959 mi
Last recorded25,959 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XR4008,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 EPP
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 25,959 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 23,661 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 21,507 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear shock lower linkage bush / bearing play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 19,418 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose rear shock linkage (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 17,911 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 15,421 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 15,346 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2019 15,346 miles

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

Nearside Lower Gear selector lever slightly bent.

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

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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R149 EPP is a 1998 Honda XR400 in Black with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 8,622 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 R149 EPP, 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 28 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 R149 EPP registered?

R149 EPP is a 1998 Honda XR400, first registered on 2 May 1998.

Is R149 EPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R149 EPP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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