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M715 FGT

1997 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,558 mi
Last recorded35,558 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda RVF40028,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM715 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 35,558 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 35,278 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 35,226 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 35,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 35,168 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 35,110 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 34,944 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 33,954 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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M715 FGT is a 1997 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda RVF400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 28,748 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 M715 FGT, 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 29 years old, this Honda RVF400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M715 FGT registered?

M715 FGT is a 1997 Honda RVF400, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is M715 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M715 FGT 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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