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E986 NHY

1996 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,917 mi
Last recorded72,917 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE986 NHY
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 72,917 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Rear shock lower bush has slight play. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 May 2021 72,580 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush shock lower bush linkage has play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 72,544 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 72,544 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 72,483 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear monoshock lower linkage bus has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 64,309 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 64,309 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

side stand loose

Pass 21 May 2016 51,908 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 51,502 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 48,312 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 48,236 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 43,558 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 43,539 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 43,120 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 41,315 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 39,501 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
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E986 NHY is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E986 NHY, 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 E986 NHY registered?

E986 NHY is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 27 August 1996.

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