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E498 JKS

1997 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

58,939 mi
Last recorded58,939 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE498 JKS
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 58,939 miles

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

Rear Pillion seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 2 Apr 2026 58,896 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Footrest missing Both missing with pillion seat fitted (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2024 55,990 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 55,846 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 55,788 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 55,777 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 55,687 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2014 53,648 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2014 53,644 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2012 52,390 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 52,243 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2011 47,401 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 47,399 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 47,392 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

rear tyre ,covered in oil due to the oil filter being burst

Pass 5 Aug 2009 44,993 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 44,746 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2008 43,593 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 39,485 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 37,183 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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E498 JKS is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 E498 JKS, 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 E498 JKS registered?

E498 JKS is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 27 June 1997.

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