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F683 LKM

1997 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,759 mi
Last recorded51,759 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF683 LKM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 51,759 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2026 51,738 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 51,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

no lights fitted ,daytime mot only

Pass 23 Jun 2017 51,279 miles

no lights fitted - DAYLIGHT USE ONLY

no rear passenger seat or footrests - SOLO MACHINE ONLY

Fail 23 Jun 2017 51,279 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

no lights fitted - DAYLIGHT USE ONLY

no rear passenger seat or footrests - SOLO MACHINE ONLY

Pass 30 Jun 2016 50,526 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in the gear pedal pivots

Pass 25 Apr 2015 45,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in the gear pedal pivots

Pass 23 Apr 2014 33,839 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 33,199 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 33,199 miles

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

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Fail 13 Aug 2011 32,993 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 32,993 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2011 32,988 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 32,237 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 32,218 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))

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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F683 LKM is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F683 LKM, 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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F683 LKM is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 14 February 1997.

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