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F254 EVG

1997 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,885 mi
Last recorded23,885 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF254 EVG
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 23,885 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 23,885 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2013 23,524 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

clutch pin on handle bars missing locknut

front tyre has slight cuts on sidewalls

slight fluctuation on lights when applied/ brakes and indicators

Pass 8 Oct 2012 21,976 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 21,730 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,602 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,322 miles

slight bind on front brake

slight travel on front brake leaver

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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F254 EVG is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F254 EVG, 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 F254 EVG?

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What year was F254 EVG registered?

F254 EVG is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is F254 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F254 EVG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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