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J851 JOU

1998 Honda Cbr 400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,832 mi
Last recorded45,832 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cbr 40027,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ851 JOU
MakeHonda
ModelCbr 400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 45,832 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 45,791 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 45,664 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 45,373 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 45,208 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 44,689 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 42,854 miles

Nearside Rear indicator slightly insecure

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

headlamp slightly insecure

Pass 26 Mar 2018 41,459 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 40,046 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 38,789 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 37,450 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2014 37,434 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 37,357 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 37,357 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 37,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 37,170 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 34,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 34,669 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr 400?

Based on 1,933 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 40
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
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J851 JOU is a 1998 Honda Cbr 400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cbr 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 27,683 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 Cbr 400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J851 JOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cbr 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J851 JOU registered?

J851 JOU is a 1998 Honda Cbr 400, first registered on 21 July 1998.

Is J851 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J851 JOU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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