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R56 DCA

1997 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,934 mi
Last recorded48,934 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 DCA
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 48,934 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 46,998 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 44,137 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 38,682 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 34,480 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 34,473 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 34,473 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired both (1.2.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 33,524 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2008 33,524 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 30,331 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2007 30,319 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 27,910 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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R56 DCA is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R56 DCA, 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 R56 DCA registered?

R56 DCA is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R56 DCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 DCA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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