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L896 PRF

1996 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,378 mi
Last recorded16,378 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda RVF40028,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL896 PRF
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 16,378 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 16,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 16,325 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 16,157 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 May 2013 16,146 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,644 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 15,644 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2011 15,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 14,605 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 11,255 miles

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

Nearside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 8,418 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 8,366 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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L896 PRF is a 1996 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L896 PRF, 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 L896 PRF registered?

L896 PRF is a 1996 Honda RVF400, first registered on 16 August 1996.

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