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N233 BAU

1996 Honda RVF400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,082 mi
Last recorded35,082 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda RVF40028,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN233 BAU
MakeHonda
ModelRVF400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 35,082 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 35,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 34,992 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front direction indicators always illuminated

Pass 22 May 2021 34,799 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,703 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 33,730 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 33,305 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 33,295 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 33,295 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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N233 BAU is a 1996 Honda RVF400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 N233 BAU, 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 N233 BAU registered?

N233 BAU is a 1996 Honda RVF400, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N233 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N233 BAU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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