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WU51 WVH

2001 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Honda XR4007,581 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 WVH
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026
Fail 3 Mar 2026

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Central Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025
Fail 12 Feb 2025

Central Rear Stop lamp not working Front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2024

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2024

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 20,233 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018
Pass 9 Sep 2017 20,233 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 20,233 miles

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

indicators not fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,623 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 18,623 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 17,083 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,098 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 15,364 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,633 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,576 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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WU51 WVH is a 2001 Honda XR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 7,581 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 WU51 WVH, 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 25 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 WU51 WVH registered?

WU51 WVH is a 2001 Honda XR400, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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