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L709 WGH

1999 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,659 mi
Last recorded42,659 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Honda CBR40033,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL709 WGH
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2012 42,659 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nearside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front exhaust in poor condition

handlebar grips poor

Fail 15 Mar 2012 42,659 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

front exhaust in poor condition

handlebar grips poor

Pass 25 Mar 2011 38,877 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 36,227 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Silencer lightly rubbing swing arm but not affecting movement of rear suspension

Fail 1 Sep 2009 36,227 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Right hand handlebar lug not located in top yoke

Silencer lightly rubbing swing arm but not affecting movement of rear suspension

Two copper washers fitted on left hand front caliper hose

Pass 25 Sep 2007 33,351 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 31,820 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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L709 WGH is a 1999 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 L709 WGH, 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.

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What year was L709 WGH registered?

L709 WGH is a 1999 Honda CBR400, first registered on 12 October 1999.

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