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L57 WGC

1997 Honda CBR400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,514 mi
Last recorded40,514 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL57 WGC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 40,514 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 40,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

advide rear wheel bearing is sightly rough

advise condition of registion plate

advise rear drive chain and some tight spots

Fail 15 Apr 2020 40,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

advide rear wheel bearing is sightly rough

advise condition of registion plate

advise rear drive chain and some tight spots

Pass 7 Sep 2017 39,140 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 47,640 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 39,000 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 34,066 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 33,743 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 33,707 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 33,707 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 33,684 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 33,608 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,601 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 33,433 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 33,245 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 33,003 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400?

Based on 8,007 MOT tests across 1,110 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 154
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 143
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 135
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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L57 WGC is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L57 WGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L57 WGC registered?

L57 WGC is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is L57 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L57 WGC shows 16 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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