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E556 JJN

1997 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,739 mi
Last recorded34,739 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE556 JJN
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 34,739 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 34,653 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 34,551 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,551 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 34,529 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 May 2008 34,527 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 34,524 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 34,508 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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E556 JJN is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E556 JJN, 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 E556 JJN registered?

E556 JJN is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is E556 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E556 JJN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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