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E421 CGN

1998 Honda Cbr 400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18 mi
Last recorded18 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 40027,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE421 CGN
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2011 18 miles

Bike presented for test with r & l headlamp glasses temporarily masked with tape - to flatten beam image in headlamp tester.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 58,837 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 58,837 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 57,552 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 May 2008 57,552 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 51,221 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 51,221 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2006 50,847 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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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E421 CGN is a 1998 Honda Cbr 400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 27,683 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 E421 CGN, 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 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E421 CGN registered?

E421 CGN is a 1998 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is E421 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E421 CGN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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