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K848 PGJ

1997 Honda CBR400RR

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,410 mi
Last recorded30,410 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR400RR33,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK848 PGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400RR
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 30,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2024 28,466 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 24,884 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 22,619 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 22,619 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2017 18,020 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 May 2017 18,020 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 17,156 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400RR?

Based on 4,149 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Footrest missing 37
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K848 PGJ is a 1997 Honda CBR400RR in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR400RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 33,735 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 CBR400RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K848 PGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400RR typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR400RR is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K848 PGJ registered?

K848 PGJ is a 1997 Honda CBR400RR, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is K848 PGJ safe to buy?

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