Honda Cbr400rrj MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 30 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cbr400rrj MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cbr400rrj is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 30 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% and a failure rate of 16.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cbr400rrj earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cbr400rrj presents for MOT with approximately 30,510 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cbr400rrj is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 16.7% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle fuel and exhaust at 10.0%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 6.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 23.3% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 20.0% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 13.3% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 10.0% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.7% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 6.7% | 2 |
| 7 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 3.3% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.3% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 30,510 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 7.65 | 23.3% | 7 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 6.56 | 20.0% | 6 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 4.37 | 13.3% | 4 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 3.28 | 10.0% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.19 | 6.7% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.19 | 6.7% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.09 | 3.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.09 | 3.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.09 | 3.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cbr400rrj has 30,510 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Cbr400rrj has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.47% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Cbr400rrj MOT Data
The Honda Cbr400rrj is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 30 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% and a failure rate of 16.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cbr400rrj owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle fuel and exhaust for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cbr400rrj is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 16.7% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 16.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr400rrj. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 10.0% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr400rrj. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 6.7% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Honda Cbr400rrj. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cbr400rrj?
Based on 30 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cbr400rrj has an overall pass rate of 83.3% (16.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr400rrj?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cbr400rrj fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (16.7%), 2. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (10.0%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cbr400rrj reliable?
With a 16.7% MOT failure rate, the Cbr400rrj is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cbr400rrj?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (16.7%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (10.0%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.