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R444 AAH

1997 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

45,583 mi
Last recorded45,583 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR444 AAH
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 45,583 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 45,583 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 45,388 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2010 38,507 miles

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear brake sticking on slightly.

Fail 29 Mar 2010 38,507 miles

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear brake sticking on slightly.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 36,514 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 36,514 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 24,981 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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R444 AAH is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R444 AAH, 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 R444 AAH registered?

R444 AAH is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R444 AAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R444 AAH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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