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V973 DYB

2000 Honda XR400

Red Petrol 397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,936 mi
Last recorded1,936 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda XR4008,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV973 DYB
MakeHonda
ModelXR400
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 1,936 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear brake fluid just above minimum

Pass 12 May 2023 1,874 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 1,809 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 1,750 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 1,704 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 1,514 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 1,221 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2015 1,195 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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V973 DYB is a 2000 Honda XR400 in Red with a 397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Honda XR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 8,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V973 DYB, 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 26 years old, this Honda XR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V973 DYB registered?

V973 DYB is a 2000 Honda XR400, first registered on 6 January 2000.

Is V973 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V973 DYB 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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