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E451 PCW

1989 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,897 mi
Last recorded61,897 miles
Recorded on10 May 2008
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR40041,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE451 PCW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2008 61,897 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2007 60,155 miles

chain a little slack!

exhaust leak!

front n/s & o/s disc pads thickness 3.0mm!

rear wheel rim bead slightly distorted!

Fail 9 May 2007 60,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

chain a little slack!

exhaust leak!

front n/s & o/s disc pads thickness 3.0mm!

rear wheel rim bead slightly distorted!

Pass 24 Mar 2006 56,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2006 56,484 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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E451 PCW is a 1989 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,426 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 E451 PCW, 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 37 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E451 PCW registered?

E451 PCW is a 1989 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 June 1989.

Is E451 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E451 PCW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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