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E297 BGK

1993 Honda Cbr 400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,616 mi
Last recorded53,616 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2007
Typical for 1993 Honda Cbr 40041,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE297 BGK
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2007 53,616 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Number not full size but can still be rad from 15 metres

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2007 53,616 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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E297 BGK is a 1993 Honda Cbr 400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Honda Cbr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 41,168 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 E297 BGK, 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 33 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E297 BGK registered?

E297 BGK is a 1993 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 14 July 1993.

Is E297 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E297 BGK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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