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G489 PWR

1998 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,879 mi
Last recorded26,879 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR40036,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 PWR
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 26,879 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 26,579 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 25,995 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 25,995 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2019 25,805 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 25,681 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 25,586 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 25,463 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 25,431 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 25,431 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 25,047 miles

slight bind at front brake

Pass 3 Jun 2010 24,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 May 2010 24,940 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2008 24,787 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 24,533 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 24,533 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2006 22,899 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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G489 PWR is a 1998 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 G489 PWR, 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 G489 PWR registered?

G489 PWR is a 1998 Honda CBR400, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is G489 PWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G489 PWR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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