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J117 FGT

1995 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,345 mi
Last recorded74,345 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1995 Honda CBR40037,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ117 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 74,345 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 22 May 2020 74,345 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 73,251 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

clutch cable routed incorrectly

Pass 21 Jul 2016 70,300 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2016 70,300 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 66,246 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 65,875 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 65,537 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 59,324 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2014 59,324 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 54,460 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 54,460 miles

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 49,643 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 49,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 48,544 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 46,854 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 41,570 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 38,714 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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J117 FGT is a 1995 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 37,562 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 J117 FGT, 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 31 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J117 FGT registered?

J117 FGT is a 1995 Honda CBR400, first registered on 28 July 1995.

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