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G646 BBM

1997 Honda CB400

Orange Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,291 mi
Last recorded33,291 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG646 BBM
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 33,291 miles

Drive chain slightly tight Tight Spot in Chain (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre Low Tread in Parts (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 33,291 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly tight Tight Spot in Chain (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre Low Tread in Parts (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 32,700 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 32,700 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 31,606 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 30,986 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,709 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 28,595 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,485 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 25,181 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 21,960 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 21,939 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 21,939 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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G646 BBM is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Orange with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 34,746 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G646 BBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G646 BBM registered?

G646 BBM is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 10 November 1997.

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