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P398 HAW

1997 Honda Cbr 400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,113 mi
Last recorded9,113 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 40030,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP398 HAW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 9,113 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 8,015 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 7,703 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 4,605 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 3,431 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 3,421 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 3,175 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 3,171 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 3,168 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 3,168 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 400?

Based on 1,933 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
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P398 HAW is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 30,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P398 HAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P398 HAW registered?

P398 HAW is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P398 HAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P398 HAW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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