CarVerify

Free Car Check

E508 CGK

1996 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

49,857 mi
Last recorded49,857 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE508 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 49,857 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 49,852 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2022 49,665 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 48,928 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 48,925 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 47,437 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 45,820 miles

Fuel pipe damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 45,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jun 2017 45,506 miles

Headlamp aim too high incorrect bulbs, not correctly seated giving incorrect beam pattern. (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 45,313 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 45,127 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 45,004 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 44,564 miles

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

rear brake lever piviot bushes worn

slight play in rear suspension linkages

Pass 18 May 2012 43,328 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

gearshift bush worn

Pass 18 May 2011 42,614 miles

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

gearchange pivot slightly worn

o/s fairing bracket close to clutch operating arm

Fail 1 Apr 2010 42,550 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2010 42,550 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2009 41,322 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 41,322 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 41,092 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 40,053 miles

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
Full Honda CBR400 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E508 CGK is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 E508 CGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E508 CGK?

You can check the full history of E508 CGK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E508 CGK registered?

E508 CGK is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 18 July 1996.

Is E508 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E508 CGK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E508 CGK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E508 CGK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.