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N596 NCK

1996 Honda CBR400RR

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

19,485 mi
Last recorded19,485 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CBR400RR35,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN596 NCK
MakeHonda
ModelCBR400RR
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 19,485 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 19,093 miles

Rear tyer perishing

Fail 26 Jul 2023 19,093 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire tap loose (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyer perishing

Pass 20 Oct 2021 18,871 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 18,871 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 18,869 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure valve (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

fairing panels insecure

Pass 12 Aug 2014 18,207 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 18,207 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 17,202 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 17,202 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,797 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2010 16,797 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 16,200 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2009 16,200 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 15,346 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 15,346 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 14,149 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBR400RR?

Based on 4,149 MOT tests across 528 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
528
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Footrest missing 37
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N596 NCK is a 1996 Honda CBR400RR in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda CBR400RR models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 35,337 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 CBR400RR fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N596 NCK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR400RR typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CBR400RR is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N596 NCK registered?

N596 NCK is a 1996 Honda CBR400RR, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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