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R290 AON

1998 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,953 mi
Last recorded12,953 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XR4008,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 AON
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 12,953 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Jul 2024 12,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicators not fitted at time of test.

Fail 16 Jul 2024 12,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicators not fitted at time of test.

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 11,846 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 11,781 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 11,574 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 11,442 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 10,866 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 10,688 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 10,688 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain locking device fitted wrong way (6.2.1h)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 9,522 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 8,875 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,189 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 3,691 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,635 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 2,932 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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R290 AON is a 1998 Honda XR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R290 AON, 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 R290 AON registered?

R290 AON is a 1998 Honda XR400, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R290 AON safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 AON shows 16 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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