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H949 FTY

1997 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

46,117 mi
Last recorded46,117 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH949 FTY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 46,117 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 45,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 44,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 44,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 44,550 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 41,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 39,029 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 38,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 37,143 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 36,818 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 35,487 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 34,070 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,293 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 30,043 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 27,142 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 25,836 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 24,111 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 22,527 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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H949 FTY is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 H949 FTY, 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

How do I check the history of H949 FTY?

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What year was H949 FTY registered?

H949 FTY is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is H949 FTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H949 FTY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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