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R198 USM

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,656 mi
Last recorded5,656 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 USM
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 5,656 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 4,909 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 4,909 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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R198 USM is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R198 USM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R198 USM?

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What year was R198 USM registered?

R198 USM is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R198 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R198 USM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R198 USM have outstanding finance?

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