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PL03 AVD

2003 Honda XR400R

Red Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,243 mi
Last recorded17,243 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XR400R4,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 AVD
MakeHonda
ModelXR400R
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,243 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2024 15,666 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 17 May 2024 15,666 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 May 2023 15,037 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2023 15,037 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 14,346 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 13,722 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,014 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 11,938 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 11,278 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. Several spokes slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play Rear shock mount worn. (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2016 10,492 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 10,492 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Stop lamp obscured (1.3.1c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 24 Jun 2015 9,426 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 9,426 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 6,688 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 5,227 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 4,938 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 4,938 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2007 4,595 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR400R?

Based on 826 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Tyre is unsuitable 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
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PL03 AVD is a 2003 Honda XR400R in Red with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda XR400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 4,663 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 XR400R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 AVD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Honda XR400R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL03 AVD registered?

PL03 AVD is a 2003 Honda XR400R, first registered on 2 May 2003.

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