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L802 APJ

1996 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,826 mi
Last recorded22,826 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL802 APJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 22,826 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 22,280 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 22,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 21,214 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 29,105 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,084 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 29,044 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 28,837 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Master Cylinder Banjo Bolt is aluminium not steel

Fail 30 Mar 2019 28,837 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Master Cylinder Banjo Bolt is aluminium not steel

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2014 28,680 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 28,680 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 27,763 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 27,266 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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L802 APJ is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 38,928 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 L802 APJ, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L802 APJ?

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What year was L802 APJ registered?

L802 APJ is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is L802 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L802 APJ 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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