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J972 HMB

1997 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,709 mi
Last recorded31,709 miles
Recorded on20 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ972 HMB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2009 31,709 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 31,709 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 31,058 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 30,232 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 30,221 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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

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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J972 HMB is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 399cc 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 J972 HMB, 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 J972 HMB registered?

J972 HMB is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is J972 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J972 HMB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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