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L174 SUA

1996 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

28,065 mi
Last recorded28,065 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda RVF40028,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL174 SUA
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 28,065 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jul 2025 28,065 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 27,925 miles

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

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

Rear light 50% working

Pass 24 Sep 2022 27,590 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 27,324 miles

Main bean switch not working correctly.

Pass 29 May 2020 27,044 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 26,480 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 26,450 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 26,433 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 26,281 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 26,187 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 26,105 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 23,064 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 22,805 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 20,617 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 20,454 miles

How Reliable is the Honda RVF400?

Based on 3,191 MOT tests across 383 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
503
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
383
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 47
reflector on motorcycle missing 45
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 43
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
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L174 SUA is a 1996 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 28,205 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda RVF400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L174 SUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda RVF400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L174 SUA registered?

L174 SUA is a 1996 Honda RVF400, first registered on 19 July 1996.

Is L174 SUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L174 SUA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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