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S898 KJR

1998 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,911 mi
Last recorded50,911 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS898 KJR
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 50,911 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 50,451 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 47,680 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 41,747 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 35,353 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 May 2013 35,345 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2012 29,760 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 26,814 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 26,814 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 25,341 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 23,681 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 23,681 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2008 21,892 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 20,039 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 18,474 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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S898 KJR is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 25,032 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 S898 KJR, 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 28 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S898 KJR registered?

S898 KJR is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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