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M232 GRT

1998 Honda RVF400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,357 mi
Last recorded18,357 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda RVF40025,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM232 GRT
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 18,357 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 18,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 18,003 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 17,897 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 17,652 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 17,649 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 17,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake disc arrow facing wrong way

Offside front brake disc facing wrong way

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 17,482 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake disc arrow facing wrong way

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

offside front brake disc arrow facing wrong way

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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M232 GRT is a 1998 Honda RVF400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 25,032 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 M232 GRT, 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 28 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M232 GRT registered?

M232 GRT is a 1998 Honda RVF400, first registered on 28 July 1998.

Is M232 GRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M232 GRT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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