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H894 XYC

1997 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

48,731 mi
Last recorded48,731 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH894 XYC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 48,731 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 48,700 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 48,439 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 48,129 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 46,458 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 43,771 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 43,378 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2020 41,150 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 33,319 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 33,385 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 33,212 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 33,212 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 33,059 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 33,059 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2009 31,767 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 May 2009 31,767 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2008 26,956 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2008 26,952 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2007 26,936 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 26,929 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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H894 XYC is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 H894 XYC, 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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What year was H894 XYC registered?

H894 XYC is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is H894 XYC safe to buy?

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