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L308 RHJ

1998 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,903 mi
Last recorded50,903 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL308 RHJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 50,903 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 50,890 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 50,627 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 50,542 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 48,896 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 47,519 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 44,414 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front and rear (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 May 2016 42,410 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,272 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2014 36,246 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 34,062 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 30,140 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2011 23,190 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 17,609 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,755 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 7,211 miles

Nail in rear tyre

rear tyre slightly perished

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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L308 RHJ is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L308 RHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L308 RHJ registered?

L308 RHJ is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is L308 RHJ safe to buy?

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