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M266 GGC

1997 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

35,856 mi
Last recorded35,856 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM266 GGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 35,856 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 36,644 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 36,332 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 35,620 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 5 Sep 2019 35,620 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,853 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2018 34,853 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 34,236 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 33,695 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 33,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 32,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nail in rear tyre

front indicators on with headlamp

Pass 18 Jul 2013 31,254 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 31,254 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2012 30,035 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,035 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 29,465 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 29,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Jan 2011 28,145 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 28,145 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 27,392 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2010 27,392 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 26,334 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 24,932 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 21,835 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 21,248 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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M266 GGC is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 34,746 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M266 GGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M266 GGC registered?

M266 GGC is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 9 July 1997.

Is M266 GGC safe to buy?

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