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E338 SFX

1996 Honda CBR400RR

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,799 mi
Last recorded26,799 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR400RR35,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE338 SFX
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400RR
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 26,799 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 26,799 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 26,799 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 26,793 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 26,793 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Apr 2012 26,637 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 26,637 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 26,003 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Jun 2006 26,003 miles

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400RR?

Based on 4,149 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Footrest missing 37
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E338 SFX is a 1996 Honda CBR400RR in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR400RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 35,337 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 CBR400RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E338 SFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400RR typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CBR400RR is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E338 SFX registered?

E338 SFX is a 1996 Honda CBR400RR, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is E338 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E338 SFX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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