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R94 MBV

1997 Honda Cb 400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,634 mi
Last recorded35,634 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 40038,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 MBV
MakeHonda
ModelCb 400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 35,634 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 35,328 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 31,009 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 26,250 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 26,165 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2021 17,470 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 25,481 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 25,319 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 25,046 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 26 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 21 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2015 24,730 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 24,599 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 21,392 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 18,238 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 16,630 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 16,125 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 16,118 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

nearside front indicator on all the time but flashes correctly when operated by the indicator switch

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 400?

Based on 1,387 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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R94 MBV is a 1997 Honda Cb 400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R94 MBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R94 MBV registered?

R94 MBV is a 1997 Honda Cb 400, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R94 MBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 MBV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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