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VU03 XGV

2003 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,717 mi
Last recorded21,717 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda XR4006,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XGV
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 21,717 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 20,245 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 19,790 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 18,532 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 18,517 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 17,082 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 16,101 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 10,784 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 3,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 2,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 2,356 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 2,180 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 1,985 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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VU03 XGV is a 2003 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 6,474 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 VU03 XGV, 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 23 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 VU03 XGV registered?

VU03 XGV is a 2003 Honda XR400, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is VU03 XGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 XGV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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