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E114 NOW

1997 Honda Cbr 400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,985 mi
Last recorded70,985 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 40030,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE114 NOW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 70,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 70,282 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2011 60,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 45,881 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 45,881 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 32,662 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 27,669 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Oct 2007 27,669 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 400?

Based on 1,933 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
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E114 NOW is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 30,814 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 Cbr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E114 NOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E114 NOW registered?

E114 NOW is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is E114 NOW safe to buy?

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