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F204 DDY

1997 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,185 mi
Last recorded39,185 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF204 DDY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 39,185 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 30,900 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,396 miles

rear tyre low

Pass 15 Jul 2010 17,199 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 Jul 2010 17,197 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

front suspension feels soft

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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F204 DDY is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F204 DDY, 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 F204 DDY registered?

F204 DDY is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is F204 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F204 DDY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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