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H678 POF

1997 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

34,483 mi
Last recorded34,483 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH678 POF
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 34,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Also a small loose bulb inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Tyres 12 years old

Fail 30 Sep 2024 34,479 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking Carburetor leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Also a small loose bulb inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Tyres 12 years old

Fail 16 Jul 2022 34,471 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 34,445 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 34,390 miles

R/H grip slightly deteriorated.

Fail 15 Apr 2020 34,390 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 34,181 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 33,101 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 32,630 miles

Rear brake slightly binding

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 31,961 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 11 Mar 2014 31,385 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 31,385 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 29 Dec 2012 30,764 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 30,246 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 30,200 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 21,566 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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H678 POF is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 H678 POF, 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 H678 POF registered?

H678 POF is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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