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ALX 580S

1978 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

27,482 mi
Last recorded27,482 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALX 580S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 27,482 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 27,482 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,478 miles

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

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

front brake performance is below normal for this machine.

front tyre has slight perishing to sidewalls

Pass 20 Mar 2015 27,468 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 27,458 miles

front brake draging very slightly.

Pass 30 Mar 2013 27,445 miles

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

front brake draging very slightly

Fail 19 Mar 2012 27,430 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,430 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 27,418 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 27,404 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 27,404 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 27,380 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,357 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 27,337 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 27,337 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Mar 2006 27,304 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,304 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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ALX 580S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 27,458 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALX 580S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ALX 580S registered?

ALX 580S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 13 June 1978.

Is ALX 580S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALX 580S shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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