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L673 PRB

1999 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,448 mi
Last recorded25,448 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CBR40033,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL673 PRB
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 25,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 25,448 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls SWITCH (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 24,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 23,603 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 23,254 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 23,037 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim FLAT IN RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing REDUCED DAMPING (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 23,073 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Front brake has major fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working Front stop light switch not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose Drive chain loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Drive chain worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre low (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Wheels slightly out of alignment (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 21,983 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 21,203 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 20,376 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 19,567 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 19,136 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 18,474 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 16,119 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 16,119 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2012 16,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2005 16,081 miles

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

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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L673 PRB is a 1999 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1999 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 33,301 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 L673 PRB, 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 27 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 L673 PRB registered?

L673 PRB is a 1999 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is L673 PRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L673 PRB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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