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M478 MVV

1995 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,087 mi
Last recorded44,087 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda RVF40023,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM478 MVV
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 44,087 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 43,938 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 43,938 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 42,530 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 41,498 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 41,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 41,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 41,197 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear silencer damaged

Pass 2 May 2012 40,360 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 38,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2012 38,876 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 38,830 miles

drag rear brake

Pass 6 Apr 2009 35,978 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 33,360 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,724 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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M478 MVV is a 1995 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 23,262 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 M478 MVV, 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 31 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M478 MVV registered?

M478 MVV is a 1995 Honda RVF400, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M478 MVV safe to buy?

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