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K257 PFB

1998 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,744 mi
Last recorded65,744 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR40036,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK257 PFB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 65,744 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 65,208 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 65,132 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 65,038 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 65,035 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 64,893 miles

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))

Fail 3 Jun 2017 64,857 miles

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))

Pass 9 Apr 2016 62,131 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 60,604 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 54,622 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 51,192 miles

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)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 48,484 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 45,778 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

radiator mount loose

Pass 5 Sep 2009 44,930 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 42,020 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 41,973 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 35,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 33,691 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2006 33,643 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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