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R167 FHT

1997 Honda Rvf 400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

90,559 mi
Last recorded90,559 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Rvf 40030,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR167 FHT
MakeHonda
ModelRvf 400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2015 90,559 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2015 90,559 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2014 86,121 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 86,071 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 83,979 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 80,961 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2012 80,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 77,527 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 77,527 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2010 73,421 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 73,421 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 68,262 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2009 68,262 miles

Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2008 66,257 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 66,257 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 50,986 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Rvf 400?

Based on 904 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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R167 FHT is a 1997 Honda Rvf 400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Rvf 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 30,827 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 Rvf 400 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R167 FHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Rvf 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Rvf 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R167 FHT is a 1997 Honda Rvf 400, first registered on 22 August 1997.

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