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E879 CPD

1996 Honda CBR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

37,433 mi
Last recorded37,433 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE879 CPD
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 37,433 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2014 34,993 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 34,993 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 31,396 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 29 May 2013 31,396 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 16 May 2012 29,327 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Riders seat missing (6.2.1a)

no back foot rests fitted to bike.

Pass 16 May 2012 29,327 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

no back foot rests fitted to bike.

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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E879 CPD is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E879 CPD, 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 E879 CPD registered?

E879 CPD is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is E879 CPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E879 CPD shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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