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E321 HCD

1988 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

38,550 mi
Last recorded38,550 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR40033,262 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE321 HCD
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 38,550 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 38,550 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 38,550 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 38,511 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 38,509 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 37,378 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

clutch cable has excessive slack, which can be taken up at lever adjuster

near side handle bar close to bar on full left lock

rear brake caliper floating, requires new sliding pins

Pass 9 Jul 2014 33,061 miles

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

clutch lever catching speedo

Fail 7 Jul 2014 33,061 miles

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

clutch lever catching speedo

Pass 20 Jul 2013 26,052 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 25,962 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 25,962 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 25,636 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 25,636 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

nearside front footrest slightly rubs swinging arm

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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E321 HCD is a 1988 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1988 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 33,262 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 E321 HCD, 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 38 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E321 HCD registered?

E321 HCD is a 1988 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E321 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E321 HCD shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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