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K506 PGJ

1997 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

52,403 mi
Last recorded52,403 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK506 PGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 52,403 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 52,403 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 48,449 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 45,619 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 42,239 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 38,785 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 38,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2012 38,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2011 33,862 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2011 33,832 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 30,516 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 30,516 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 27,257 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 27,257 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 25,225 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,382 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 16,727 miles

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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K506 PGJ is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 K506 PGJ, 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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What year was K506 PGJ registered?

K506 PGJ is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is K506 PGJ safe to buy?

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