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R673 OMJ

1997 Honda XR400

White Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,829 mi
Last recorded12,829 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XR4008,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR673 OMJ
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 12,829 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 12,509 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess engine mount bracket is rotten (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 12,452 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 12,140 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 12,134 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 11,900 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 11,887 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 11,730 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 11,523 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 11,523 miles

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2018 11,296 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 11,232 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 11,116 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 11,017 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 10,909 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 10,909 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 10,844 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 10,461 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 10,041 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 9,744 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 9,270 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Honda XR400?

Based on 15,679 MOT tests across 1,711 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 236
wheel bearings have excessive free play 203
Tyre is unsuitable 181
wheel bearings have excessive free play 170
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 134
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R673 OMJ is a 1997 Honda XR400 in White with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 8,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R673 OMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R673 OMJ registered?

R673 OMJ is a 1997 Honda XR400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R673 OMJ safe to buy?

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