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F148 KAO

1993 Honda CBR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

901 mi
Last recorded901 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 1993 Honda CBR40040,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF148 KAO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 901 miles

TESTED UNDER DAY LIGHT USE ONLY CONDITIONS

Pass 22 Apr 2016 1,073 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 910 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted Rear brake reservoir insecure (3.2.B1a)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 54,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

the offside front fork bottom has slight damage

Fail 1 May 2013 44,384 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

offside bar end missing

Pass 1 May 2013 44,384 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

offside bar end missing

Pass 30 Apr 2012 42,540 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 41,791 miles

n/s panel damage

Pass 21 Apr 2010 40,819 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 40,209 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 40,209 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 39,314 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 39,314 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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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F148 KAO is a 1993 Honda CBR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 40,720 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 F148 KAO, 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 33 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F148 KAO is a 1993 Honda CBR400, first registered on 11 May 1993.

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