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E438 SFX

1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,556 mi
Last recorded23,556 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr37,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE438 SFX
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400 Rr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2007 23,556 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 23,543 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2006 23,062 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 400 Rr?

Based on 989 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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E438 SFX is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 37,994 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 Rr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E438 SFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 400 Rr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 Rr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E438 SFX registered?

E438 SFX is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is E438 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E438 SFX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E438 SFX have outstanding finance?

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