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P815 WBH

1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

58,559 mi
Last recorded58,559 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr37,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP815 WBH
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400 Rr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 58,559 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 58,405 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 58,215 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 58,004 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 57,645 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 57,395 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 57,149 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,942 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 56,715 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 56,523 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 56,383 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 56,285 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 55,882 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 51,381 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 46,787 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 40,646 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 40,633 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 36,149 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 400 Rr?

Based on 989 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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P815 WBH is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 37,994 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr 400 Rr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P815 WBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 400 Rr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 Rr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P815 WBH registered?

P815 WBH is a 1997 Honda Cbr 400 Rr, first registered on 12 June 1997.

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