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K281 RBK

1997 Honda 400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

76,424 mi
Last recorded76,424 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda 40025,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK281 RBK
MakeHonda
Model400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 76,424 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 76,343 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

advise + poor starting problems

Pass 22 Apr 2009 74,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 63,637 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 63,519 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2006 48,820 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 48,820 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

advise = both rear shock absorbers have top and bottom bush wear

advise = front brake pads wearing low

advise = fuel filler cap seal in poor condition

advise = slight weep from left hand fork leg

How Reliable is the Honda 400?

Based on 1,546 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Headlamp aim too low 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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K281 RBK is a 1997 Honda 400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Honda 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,018 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 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K281 RBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this Honda 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K281 RBK registered?

K281 RBK is a 1997 Honda 400, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is K281 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K281 RBK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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