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R228 GNK

1998 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,210 mi
Last recorded17,210 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CBR40036,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 GNK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2022 17,210 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 16,940 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 16,814 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 16,497 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion l/h fork (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2015 16,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,270 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 15,892 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 15,846 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 15,745 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 15,582 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,112 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 13,833 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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R228 GNK is a 1998 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 36,934 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 R228 GNK, 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 28 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R228 GNK registered?

R228 GNK is a 1998 Honda CBR400, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R228 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 GNK shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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