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G489 WKK

1990 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,292 mi
Last recorded22,292 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda CBR40035,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 WKK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 22,292 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 22,292 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake light switch not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 22,218 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 20,922 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 20,473 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 19,867 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 19,772 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 18,912 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 18,680 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 18,680 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2010 18,218 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 18,218 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 18,209 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 WKK is a 1990 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 35,580 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 WKK, 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 36 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G489 WKK registered?

G489 WKK is a 1990 Honda CBR400, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G489 WKK safe to buy?

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