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E542 BGN

1993 Honda CBR400RR

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,843 mi
Last recorded12,843 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1993 Honda CBR400RR35,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE542 BGN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400RR
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 12,843 miles

Throttle cable mounts loose

Fail 31 May 2023 12,820 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlamp flickering (4.1.2 (b))

Throttle cable mounts loose

Fail 30 Mar 2023 12,792 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock applies brake level in full lock (2.1.4 (a))

Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Indicator switch insecure switch gear loose (4.4.2 (a) (i))

headlamp switch loose on switch gear

Pass 6 Apr 2022 12,109 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 10,837 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 10,214 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 10,211 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Handlebar grip missing (2.2.1 (d) (i))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400RR?

Based on 4,149 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Footrest missing 37
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E542 BGN is a 1993 Honda CBR400RR in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Honda CBR400RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 35,564 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 CBR400RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E542 BGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400RR typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 33 years old, this Honda CBR400RR is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E542 BGN registered?

E542 BGN is a 1993 Honda CBR400RR, first registered on 10 November 1993.

Is E542 BGN safe to buy?

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