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G538 PHD

1992 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,553 mi
Last recorded49,553 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1992 Honda CBR40045,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG538 PHD
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 49,553 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 49,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 48,314 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2012 48,311 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

clutch lever securing nut missing

oil leak getting onto rear tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2010 42,441 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 36,103 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 32,027 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

offside bar end missing

Pass 1 Jul 2008 32,027 miles

offside bar end missing

Fail 10 May 2007 31,656 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2007 31,656 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 31,618 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G538 PHD is a 1992 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1992 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 45,715 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 G538 PHD, 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 34 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G538 PHD registered?

G538 PHD is a 1992 Honda CBR400, first registered on 29 July 1992.

Is G538 PHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G538 PHD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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