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Y281 GTC

2001 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

5,887 mi
Last recorded5,887 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda XR4007,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 GTC
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 5,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 5,856 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 5,637 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2017
Pass 20 Jan 2017 4,275 miles

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jan 2017 4,275 miles

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

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 3,106 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 3,097 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2014 600 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 588 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 279 miles

Centre Front Upper Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 279 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Upper Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Centre Front Upper Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011
Pass 11 Mar 2009 52,278 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 4,146 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 Feb 2008 4,146 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 3,345 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2007 3,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 3,304 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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Y281 GTC is a 2001 Honda XR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y281 GTC, 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.

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What year was Y281 GTC registered?

Y281 GTC is a 2001 Honda XR400, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y281 GTC safe to buy?

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