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E153 OBF

1996 Honda Cbr 400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

60,033 mi
Last recorded60,033 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr 40036,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE153 OBF
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 60,033 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 59,856 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 59,856 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 53,733 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 51,107 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 51,107 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Aug 2011 51,107 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 51,107 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

rear wheel bearings are on the wear limit

top faring stay bracket bolt is loose

Pass 6 Jul 2009 46,970 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 46,923 miles

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

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

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 37,293 miles

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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E153 OBF is a 1996 Honda Cbr 400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 36,266 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 Cbr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E153 OBF, 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 30 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E153 OBF registered?

E153 OBF is a 1996 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is E153 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E153 OBF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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