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R53 FPT

1997 Honda Xr

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,826 mi
Last recorded3,826 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Xr7,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR53 FPT
MakeHonda
ModelXr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 3,826 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 4,543 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively LATERAL MOVEMENT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 4,543 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,126 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 15,126 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,646 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 10,972 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 10,922 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 10,824 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 10,732 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 10,695 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 10,323 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,283 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Xr?

Based on 4,199 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
wheel bearings have excessive free play 40
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre is unsuitable 36
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
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R53 FPT is a 1997 Honda Xr in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda Xr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 7,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Xr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R53 FPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Xr typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Xr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R53 FPT registered?

R53 FPT is a 1997 Honda Xr, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R53 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R53 FPT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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