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F28 EBV

1997 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

52,492 mi
Last recorded52,492 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF28 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2011 52,492 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 50,994 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 50,948 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)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 48,123 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 48,123 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 45,763 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

offside handlebar bent

Fail 13 Sep 2007 45,752 miles

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

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

loose bolts front mudgaurd

neardide mirror loose

nearside handle bar bent

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 43,708 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 43,708 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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F28 EBV is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 F28 EBV, 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 F28 EBV registered?

F28 EBV is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is F28 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F28 EBV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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