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V989 LKM

1999 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,980 mi
Last recorded4,980 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda XR4008,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV989 LKM
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 4,980 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 4,628 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 3,901 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 9,310 miles

Horn weak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Tyres cracking/perishing slightly

Pass 15 Feb 2021 2,163 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 1,905 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 1,310 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 17,146 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 16,610 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 15,474 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 15,474 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 15,106 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 14,480 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 13,328 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 13,328 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 11,572 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 10,591 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 9,473 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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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V989 LKM is a 1999 Honda XR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V989 LKM, 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.

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What year was V989 LKM registered?

V989 LKM is a 1999 Honda XR400, first registered on 27 November 1999.

Is V989 LKM safe to buy?

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