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R101 PDL

1998 Honda XR400

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,209 mi
Last recorded9,209 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda XR4008,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 PDL
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 9,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Presented as a competition bike No lights or indicators Fitted Day time use only

Throttle Stiff

Fail 11 Jul 2019 9,197 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened fork spindle clamp incorrectly fitted n/s lower (5.3.3 (c) (i))

presented as competion bike>no indicators fitted and lights covered

throttle control stiff

Pass 14 Jun 2018 8,895 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 8,895 miles

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2017 8,884 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 8,884 miles

Brake locking device missing split pin (3.2.A1e)

How Reliable is the Honda XR400?

Based on 15,679 MOT tests across 1,711 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 236
wheel bearings have excessive free play 203
Tyre is unsuitable 181
wheel bearings have excessive free play 170
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 134
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R101 PDL is a 1998 Honda XR400 in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 8,622 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 XR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R101 PDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R101 PDL registered?

R101 PDL is a 1998 Honda XR400, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R101 PDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 PDL shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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