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RX55 PYL

2005 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

7,618 mi
Last recorded7,618 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda XR4005,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 PYL
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 7,618 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2024 7,560 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 7,369 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 6,829 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 6,058 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 5,242 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2020 5,240 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 5,139 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 7 Jan 2017 5,139 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 4,772 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 3,164 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 2,946 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 2,946 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 1,987 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 1,880 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 1,199 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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RX55 PYL is a 2005 Honda XR400 in Red with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 5,719 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 RX55 PYL, 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 21 years old, this Honda XR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX55 PYL registered?

RX55 PYL is a 2005 Honda XR400, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is RX55 PYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 PYL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX55 PYL have outstanding finance?

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