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K357 VKO

1996 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,465 mi
Last recorded50,465 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK357 VKO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 50,465 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 48,638 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 May 2015 48,638 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2014 47,121 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2014 47,112 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 46,794 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 46,794 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2012 46,677 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 45,286 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front and rear tyres low on tread

rear drive chain needs lube

Pass 4 Mar 2010 42,625 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 40,922 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Oct 2008 40,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

rear tyre low on tread

Pass 22 Oct 2007 38,262 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 38,262 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 35,434 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 35,422 miles

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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K357 VKO is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 38,928 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 CBR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K357 VKO, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K357 VKO registered?

K357 VKO is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 19 July 1996.

Is K357 VKO safe to buy?

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