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G984 XPM

1996 Honda CBR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

57,314 mi
Last recorded57,314 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR40038,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG984 XPM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 57,314 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 56,581 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 56,581 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 55,590 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 54,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 53,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 53,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 53,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Number Plate

Fail 6 Jul 2021 53,079 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Number Plate

Pass 18 May 2020 52,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate

Pass 25 May 2012 52,025 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear No plate

Pass 24 May 2011 51,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairing bolt missing

Rear No plate a bit small

Pass 19 May 2010 49,914 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear No plate

Pass 6 Jul 2009 47,773 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 45,105 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 42,251 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 34,745 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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G984 XPM is a 1996 Honda CBR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 G984 XPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G984 XPM registered?

G984 XPM is a 1996 Honda CBR400, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is G984 XPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G984 XPM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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