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F503 KGO

1997 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,596 mi
Last recorded25,596 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF503 KGO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 25,596 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 25,348 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 23,153 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 23,153 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure Silencer attached with cable ties (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 22,435 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 21,849 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 21,341 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 21,341 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 20,939 miles

Rear slight cracking on tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 20,939 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear slight cracking on tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,920 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 20,920 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 20,669 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 14,586 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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F503 KGO is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 F503 KGO, 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 F503 KGO registered?

F503 KGO is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is F503 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F503 KGO shows 14 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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