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E539 CRJ

1996 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

56,030 mi
Last recorded56,030 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE539 CRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 56,030 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 55,820 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 May 2021 55,820 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2009 55,527 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Fail 17 Jun 2009 55,525 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 53,362 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2007 53,180 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

horn insecure

Pass 5 May 2006 45,917 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 45,900 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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E539 CRJ is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 E539 CRJ, 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.

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What year was E539 CRJ registered?

E539 CRJ is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is E539 CRJ safe to buy?

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