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L599 XHW

1998 Honda CBR400RR

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,142 mi
Last recorded51,142 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR400RR35,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL599 XHW
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400RR
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 51,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

idle speed slightly high

Pass 24 Jul 2024 50,287 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 50,224 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 50,134 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 50,134 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Bulb fallen out (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2016 50,113 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 50,101 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 49,892 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 49,677 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 49,677 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 48,551 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 48,513 miles

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 47,828 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 47,218 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 44,529 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400RR?

Based on 4,149 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Footrest missing 37
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L599 XHW is a 1998 Honda CBR400RR in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR400RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 35,458 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 CBR400RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L599 XHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400RR typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CBR400RR is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L599 XHW registered?

L599 XHW is a 1998 Honda CBR400RR, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is L599 XHW safe to buy?

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