MOT Status
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65,744 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
bottom radiator mount missing
Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
radiator mount loose
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K257 PFB is a 1998 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
Across all 1998 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 36,934 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 K257 PFB, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was K257 PFB registered?
K257 PFB is a 1998 Honda CBR400, first registered on 23 March 1998.
Is K257 PFB safe to buy?
The MOT history for K257 PFB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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