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K687 SPT

1997 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,490 mi
Last recorded14,490 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK687 SPT
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 14,490 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 14,472 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 14,459 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2024 14,459 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 14,454 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 14,453 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 13,492 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 13,318 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 10,530 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 7,233 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 7,233 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 5,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 5,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 May 2012 569 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 9 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 7 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009
Fail 11 Jun 2008

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008
Pass 7 Jun 2007
Pass 16 Jun 2006
Fail 9 Jun 2006

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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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K687 SPT is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K687 SPT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K687 SPT registered?

K687 SPT is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 14 November 1997.

Is K687 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K687 SPT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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