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R395 XKX

1997 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,681 mi
Last recorded72,681 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CBR40035,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR395 XKX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 72,681 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 69,200 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 68,081 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h footpeg worn

Fail 21 Oct 2013 68,081 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h footpeg worn

Pass 3 Nov 2011 68,074 miles

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

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

front indicator bulbs loosing their amber colour, avise renew.

ignition switch loose.

throttle/choke cables worn, advise replace.

Fail 17 Oct 2011 68,074 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)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 62,292 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 62,292 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2008 61,738 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 61,114 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 61,114 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 60,617 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006

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

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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R395 XKX is a 1997 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 35,132 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 CBR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R395 XKX, 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 29 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R395 XKX registered?

R395 XKX is a 1997 Honda CBR400, first registered on 10 October 1997.

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