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F516 NMX

1998 Honda CBR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

53,662 mi
Last recorded53,662 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR40036,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF516 NMX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 53,662 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 51,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 48,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 46,931 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 44,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 43,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2015 43,898 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 43,898 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2012 43,898 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 43,898 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

mudgaurd brackets cracked (front)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 13,864 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 13,864 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 8 Feb 2008 43,008 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 43,008 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 42,772 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Oct 2006 42,772 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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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F516 NMX is a 1998 Honda CBR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 36,934 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 F516 NMX, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F516 NMX registered?

F516 NMX is a 1998 Honda CBR400, first registered on 9 September 1998.

Is F516 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F516 NMX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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