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G489 SBV

2001 Honda CBR400

White Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,458 mi
Last recorded48,458 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CBR40027,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 SBV
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 48,458 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 47,195 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 47,195 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 43,949 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 39,032 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 27,216 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 27,108 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyre has cracking to treads but not deep enough for ply or cords to be visible.

Pass 15 Nov 2016 27,106 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 27,084 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 27,048 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 27,037 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 27,025 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 27,006 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Jul 2006 27,006 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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 SBV is a 2001 Honda CBR400 in White with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 27,216 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SBV, 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 25 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G489 SBV registered?

G489 SBV is a 2001 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is G489 SBV safe to buy?

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