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H788 HEC

1997 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

23,451 mi
Last recorded23,451 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH788 HEC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 23,451 miles

Indicator switch faulty Need to press button in to turnleft (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2021 23,451 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty Need to press button in to turnleft (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 22,913 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 22,913 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected steering is notchy (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2017 22,451 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 May 2017 22,451 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 May 2016 21,911 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 19 May 2016 21,911 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 14 May 2015 20,823 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 May 2015 20,823 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2014 18,980 miles

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

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

Fail 2 May 2014 18,980 miles

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 32,858 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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H788 HEC is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 H788 HEC, 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.

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H788 HEC is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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