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K357 RBK

1997 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

71,410 mi
Last recorded71,410 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK357 RBK
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 71,410 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 29 Jul 2016 71,410 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 70,653 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

centre stand does not hold bike securely

side stand excessively bent could snap

Fail 4 Jul 2015 70,653 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

centre stand does not hold bike securely

side stand excessively bent could snap

Fail 2 Jun 2014 69,201 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 69,201 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 May 2014 69,189 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 67,204 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 63,525 miles

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 63,525 miles

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 56,420 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 43,956 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 43,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 43,720 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 41,677 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Centre Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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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K357 RBK is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 K357 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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K357 RBK is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 10 September 1997.

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