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S227 GHW

2001 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,142 mi
Last recorded8,142 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Honda RVF40025,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS227 GHW
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,142 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 8,074 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 3 Apr 2008 8,064 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

front discs fitted wrong way round

Pass 16 Oct 2006 7,673 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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S227 GHW is a 2001 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,201 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 S227 GHW, 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 25 years old, this Honda RVF400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S227 GHW registered?

S227 GHW is a 2001 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is S227 GHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S227 GHW shows 4 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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