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K176 RBK

1997 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

37,666 mi
Last recorded37,666 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK176 RBK
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 37,666 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 36,067 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 36,067 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 33,301 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 23,817 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,833 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 13,833 miles

Front Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 9,128 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 9,128 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 2,125 miles

rear no plate slightly detoriatet

Pass 23 Jan 2012 95,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 89,082 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2011 89,079 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fail 29 Jan 2011 89,073 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2010 81,799 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 72,597 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 72,597 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2009 72,597 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 72,589 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 63,418 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 18,794 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 18,740 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

aluminium brake unions fitted.

one rear light not iluminating.

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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K176 RBK is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 34,746 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K176 RBK, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K176 RBK registered?

K176 RBK is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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