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R400 HON

1997 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,910 mi
Last recorded30,910 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 HON
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 30,910 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 30,820 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 30,038 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 29,854 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 29,736 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 29,520 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 28,732 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 27,938 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 26,780 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 25,251 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 25,148 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 24,678 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2007 22,638 miles
Fail 3 May 2007

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 19,683 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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R400 HON is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R400 HON, 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 R400 HON registered?

R400 HON is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R400 HON safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 HON shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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