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F138 NMX

1997 Honda CBR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,225 mi
Last recorded6,225 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF138 NMX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 6,225 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 4,992 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 4,160 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 3,319 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 2,041 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 99,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2016 99,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 95,543 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 95,543 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 91,213 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 84,276 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2013 84,255 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 84,059 miles

slight play in gear shift lever

Pass 2 Dec 2008 83,524 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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F138 NMX is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F138 NMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F138 NMX?

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What year was F138 NMX registered?

F138 NMX is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is F138 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F138 NMX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F138 NMX have outstanding finance?

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