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D159 OUA

1997 Honda CBR400

Orange Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

54,049 mi
Last recorded54,049 miles
Recorded on28 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD159 OUA
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2011 54,049 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 May 2011 54,049 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2011 54,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Headlamps dont produce a pattern

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2008 4,894 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 1,710 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 738 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 738 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2005 47,355 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2005 47,355 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400?

Based on 8,007 MOT tests across 1,110 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 135
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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D159 OUA is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Orange with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,132 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 CBR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D159 OUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D159 OUA registered?

D159 OUA is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is D159 OUA safe to buy?

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