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R872 FTW

1998 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,533 mi
Last recorded8,533 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XR4008,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR872 FTW
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 8,533 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 9,337 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 7,922 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 7,407 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 6,283 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 6,222 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

No Indicators Fitted

Rear Chainguard Missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Slight cut in rear tyre

Fail 5 Sep 2013 6,221 miles

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

no indicators fitted

slight cut in rear tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2008 5,006 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 5,006 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 4,926 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 May 2007 4,926 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 4,537 miles

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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R872 FTW is a 1998 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 8,622 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 XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R872 FTW, 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 28 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R872 FTW registered?

R872 FTW is a 1998 Honda XR400, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R872 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R872 FTW 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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