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K958 BJA

1997 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,358 mi
Last recorded38,358 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK958 BJA
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 38,358 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h chain adjuster not wright(but working)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 38,358 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h chain adjuster not wright(but working)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,341 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 32,135 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 31,900 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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K958 BJA is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K958 BJA, 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 K958 BJA registered?

K958 BJA is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is K958 BJA safe to buy?

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