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K896 PGJ

1998 Honda CB400

Silver Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,138 mi
Last recorded74,138 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK896 PGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2012 74,138 miles

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

rotation on r/h brake disc incorrect

Fail 18 Aug 2012 74,120 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

rotation on r/h brake disc incorrect

Pass 7 Jul 2011 71,569 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 69,140 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 52,188 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 26,748 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 8,632 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 92,962 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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K896 PGJ is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Silver with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 34,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K896 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 28 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K896 PGJ registered?

K896 PGJ is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is K896 PGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K896 PGJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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