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J189 PCW

1999 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,885 mi
Last recorded48,885 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Honda CBR40033,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ189 PCW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 48,885 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 48,605 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering clutch lever touching fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 48,464 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 47,832 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 45,814 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 45,738 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

offside riders footrest rubber mount has play

rear seat not fitted

Fail 7 Jun 2012 45,738 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

offside riders footrest rubber mount has play

rear seat not fitted

Fail 23 May 2012 45,678 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 44,728 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 43,399 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 38,960 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 38,342 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 38,373 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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J189 PCW is a 1999 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 33,301 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 J189 PCW, 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 27 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J189 PCW registered?

J189 PCW is a 1999 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is J189 PCW safe to buy?

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