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H221 NMO

1997 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,317 mi
Last recorded55,317 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH221 NMO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 55,317 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 54,603 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 54,236 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 53,841 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 53,841 miles

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 53,305 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 56,627 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 56,627 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 52,583 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 52,285 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 51,248 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 50,883 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 49,739 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 49,739 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 48,090 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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H221 NMO is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,132 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 H221 NMO, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H221 NMO registered?

H221 NMO is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is H221 NMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H221 NMO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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