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J417 JKO

1997 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,533 mi
Last recorded25,533 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ417 JKO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2009 25,533 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 25,533 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 20,791 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Jul 2008 20,791 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 19,256 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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J417 JKO is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,132 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 J417 JKO, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J417 JKO registered?

J417 JKO is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is J417 JKO safe to buy?

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