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E781 GRG

1998 Honda Cbr 400

Purple Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

2,104 mi
Last recorded2,104 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 40027,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE781 GRG
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 2,104 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 1,832 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2020 1,734 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 1,434 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 929 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 775 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2017 751 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 476 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 13 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 57,415 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 56,981 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 56,944 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 55,793 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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E781 GRG is a 1998 Honda Cbr 400 in Purple with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E781 GRG, 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.

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What year was E781 GRG registered?

E781 GRG is a 1998 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is E781 GRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E781 GRG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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