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H950 NJM

1998 Honda 400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,141 mi
Last recorded36,141 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda 40035,484 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH950 NJM
MakeHonda
Model400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2025 36,141 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Character spacing clearly not at least 10mm between characters. (0.1 (d))

Brake hose connection leaking Front Reservoir to lever fluid present on hose. (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Temporary use only fibre plug fitted. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticking in all positions. (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gear shift lever damaged and modified - weaker than OEM design.

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps Pass switch inoperative. (4.1.3 (a))

Lighting switch damaged but operable.

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose Damaged - security split pin holding footrest pivot pin likely to fail. (6.2.12 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 36,088 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 35,484 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 34,978 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 34,296 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 1,667 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 400?

Based on 1,546 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Headlamp aim too low 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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H950 NJM is a 1998 Honda 400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 35,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H950 NJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Honda 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H950 NJM registered?

H950 NJM is a 1998 Honda 400, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is H950 NJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H950 NJM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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