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G653 UAM

1996 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,435 mi
Last recorded54,435 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG653 UAM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 54,435 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 53,149 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 51,766 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

fairing lose

o/s/f side fairing missing

Fail 23 Mar 2016 51,671 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

fairing lose

o/s/f side fairing missing

Pass 13 Sep 2014 42,115 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 42,052 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 42,023 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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G653 UAM is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G653 UAM, 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 G653 UAM registered?

G653 UAM is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is G653 UAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G653 UAM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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