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E296 JVT

1996 Honda CBR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,078 mi
Last recorded39,078 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE296 JVT
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 39,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 38,814 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 38,280 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 38,159 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 38,159 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 37,570 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 35,646 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front tyre slightly perished

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2016 35,646 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front tyre slightly perished

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 35,508 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2012 35,508 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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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E296 JVT is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 38,928 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 E296 JVT, 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 30 years old, this Honda CBR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E296 JVT registered?

E296 JVT is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 18 June 1996.

Is E296 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E296 JVT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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