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F794 NBR

1997 Honda CBR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,969 mi
Last recorded31,969 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF794 NBR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 31,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 31,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,623 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

alluminium brake fittings are not recomended for road use

Fail 16 Jun 2014 31,623 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

alluminium brake fittings are not recomended for road use

Pass 8 Jun 2013 30,409 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 28,646 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 25,587 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 25,587 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,336 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 23,032 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 23,023 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 15,908 miles

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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F794 NBR is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F794 NBR, 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 F794 NBR registered?

F794 NBR is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 8 July 1997.

Is F794 NBR safe to buy?

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