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R103 DGK

1997 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,924 mi
Last recorded21,924 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 DGK
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 21,924 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,892 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 21,362 miles

Front and Rear Tyre Valves Perished

Pass 20 Jun 2013 19,955 miles

Front and rear tyre valves slightly perished

Pass 16 Jun 2012 19,888 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 19,754 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2011 19,754 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 17,958 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 9,850 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 9,839 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Sep 2007 9,755 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 124 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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R103 DGK is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R103 DGK, 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 R103 DGK registered?

R103 DGK is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R103 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 DGK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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