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V969 WUG

1999 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

19,546 mi
Last recorded19,546 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda XR4008,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV969 WUG
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 19,546 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 17,417 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 16,664 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 16,664 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,623 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 16,945 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 15,423 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 15,196 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 14,691 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 13,730 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 13,730 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 12,552 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 11,663 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 10,316 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 10,316 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 9,368 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 8,007 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 6,555 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 6,534 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2007 6,341 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 6,341 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 19 May 2006 5,302 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 5,302 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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V969 WUG is a 1999 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 8,742 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 V969 WUG, 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 27 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 V969 WUG registered?

V969 WUG is a 1999 Honda XR400, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V969 WUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V969 WUG shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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