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G901 RYC

1989 Honda CBR400

Multi-colour Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,819 mi
Last recorded13,819 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1989 Honda CBR40041,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG901 RYC
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 13,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 13,819 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 13,820 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 13,819 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 13,819 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,819 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 13,819 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 13,820 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,820 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2008 13,820 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2007 13,819 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 13,819 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2006 13,819 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 13,819 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 13,818 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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G901 RYC is a 1989 Honda CBR400 in Multi-colour with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Honda CBR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,426 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 G901 RYC, 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 37 years old, this Honda CBR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G901 RYC registered?

G901 RYC is a 1989 Honda CBR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G901 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G901 RYC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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