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E620 CGJ

1988 Honda CBR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,306 mi
Last recorded12,306 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda CBR40033,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE620 CGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 12,306 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 12,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 12,098 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Different tyre manufacturers fitted front an rear

Front Front brake fluid low

Rear Rear tyre not fitted as per tyre manufacturers specifications

Fail 15 May 2024 12,095 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Different tyre manufacturers fitted front an rear

Front Front brake fluid low

Rear Rear tyre not fitted as per tyre manufacturers specifications

Pass 14 Oct 2022 11,690 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 11,686 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2020 11,602 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2020 11,598 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 11,587 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 11,475 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 11,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside passengers footrest is very stiff to get into opsition

Fail 13 Jul 2016 11,455 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside passengers footrest is very stiff to get into opsition

Fail 1 Jul 2015 11,428 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 11,428 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 11,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2014 11,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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E620 CGJ is a 1988 Honda CBR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 E620 CGJ, 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 E620 CGJ registered?

E620 CGJ is a 1988 Honda CBR400, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E620 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E620 CGJ shows 16 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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