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L588 HYO

1994 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,906 mi
Last recorded37,906 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CBR40038,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL588 HYO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 37,906 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 31,082 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 29,118 miles

Front tyre perished

Fail 30 Aug 2023 29,118 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front tyre perished

Pass 28 May 2015 29,036 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 28,663 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 28,663 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 28,647 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 27,495 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 24,439 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

number plate slightly small

rear reflector missing

Pass 22 Jul 2009 23,806 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,541 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2007 23,541 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Fail 8 Sep 2006 23,276 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 23,276 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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L588 HYO is a 1994 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 38,924 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 CBR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L588 HYO, 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 32 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L588 HYO registered?

L588 HYO is a 1994 Honda CBR400, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L588 HYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L588 HYO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L588 HYO have outstanding finance?

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