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R506 GWT

1997 Honda XR400R

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

8,611 mi
Last recorded8,611 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda XR400R8,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR506 GWT
MakeHonda
ModelXR400R
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 8,611 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 8,572 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 8,476 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 7,831 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 7,605 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 6,314 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 4,744 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 4,722 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 4,682 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 4,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 4,583 miles

REGISTRATION PLATE NOT ILLUMINATED WHEN LIGHTS SWITCHED ON

Fail 20 Aug 2010 4,583 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Centre Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

REGISTRATION PLATE NOT ILLUMINATED WHEN LIGHTS SWITCHED ON

Pass 10 Mar 2009 4,583 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 4,583 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 4,583 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front brake disc has slight movement

rear brake needs inspecting low brake performance

How Reliable is the Honda XR400R?

Based on 826 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Tyre is unsuitable 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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R506 GWT is a 1997 Honda XR400R in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 8,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR400R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R506 GWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R506 GWT registered?

R506 GWT is a 1997 Honda XR400R, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R506 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R506 GWT 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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