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J284 GGT

1991 Honda CBR400

Green Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,149 mi
Last recorded1,149 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda CBR40040,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ284 GGT
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 1,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 527 miles

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

brake caliper bushes worn

Pass 10 Jul 2019 33 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018
Pass 8 Jul 2016
Pass 12 Mar 2015
Fail 21 Jan 2014

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2014

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 87,439 miles

Offside Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 81,923 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 71,233 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 52,714 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 44,703 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2008 44,703 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 40,438 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 40,406 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 35,014 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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J284 GGT is a 1991 Honda CBR400 in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 40,936 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 J284 GGT, 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 35 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J284 GGT registered?

J284 GGT is a 1991 Honda CBR400, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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The MOT history for J284 GGT shows 18 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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