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F64 EBV

1997 Honda Cb 400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,250 mi
Last recorded55,250 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 40038,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF64 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelCb 400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,250 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 53,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 53,253 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 53,179 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 53,179 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 53,177 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 52,998 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 51,946 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 49,708 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 48,239 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 48,239 miles

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

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 45,741 miles

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

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

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

number plate bracket has play in rubber bushes

Fail 16 Aug 2012 45,741 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

number plate bracket has play in rubber bushes

Fail 6 Jul 2011 28,809 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 28,809 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 19,748 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 19,328 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 18,319 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 400?

Based on 1,387 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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F64 EBV is a 1997 Honda Cb 400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F64 EBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F64 EBV registered?

F64 EBV is a 1997 Honda Cb 400, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is F64 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F64 EBV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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