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F276 KGK

1989 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,994 mi
Last recorded43,994 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR40041,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF276 KGK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 43,994 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 43,850 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 43,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 43,735 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 43,735 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 43,727 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 42,884 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

one of front twin side lights not working

Pass 7 May 2015 42,698 miles

chain gaurd bolt loose (not insecure)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 42,671 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 39,926 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 37,505 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 37,498 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 37,248 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 37,179 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 36,658 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 36,640 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2006 36,627 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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F276 KGK is a 1989 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,426 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 F276 KGK, 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 37 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F276 KGK registered?

F276 KGK is a 1989 Honda CBR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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