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L681 NEO

1994 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,273 mi
Last recorded27,273 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CBR40038,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL681 NEO
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 27,273 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 27,272 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working From front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2022 27,258 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 27,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,993 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 26,850 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

indicater switch notchy/tight

Fail 30 Apr 2015 26,850 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

indicater switch notchy/tight

Pass 26 Mar 2014 26,319 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 26,307 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 26,200 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 25,776 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,534 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,409 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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L681 NEO is a 1994 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 L681 NEO, 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 L681 NEO registered?

L681 NEO is a 1994 Honda CBR400, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L681 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L681 NEO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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