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J198 KAE

1992 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,899 mi
Last recorded17,899 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2013
Typical for 1992 Honda CB40033,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ198 KAE
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2013 17,899 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 17,899 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 17,899 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 17,899 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,899 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 17,899 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 17,898 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 17,899 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2007 17,899 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 12,577 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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J198 KAE is a 1992 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1992 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 33,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J198 KAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 34 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J198 KAE registered?

J198 KAE is a 1992 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J198 KAE safe to buy?

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