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B136 YGJ

1984 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

2,308 mi
Last recorded2,308 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1984 Honda CB400N29,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB136 YGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 2,308 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Mudguards missing

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 2,238 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Fender missing

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 2,082 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 2,013 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear subframe modified

Pass 10 Sep 2020 1,767 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fork gaiters perished

Rear subframe modified

Registration plate slightly loose Alloy bracket thin. (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 1,550 miles

Fork gaiters perished.

Rear sub frame modified

Fail 5 Sep 2019 1,535 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure Gear lever assy attached. (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fork gaiters perished.

Rear sub frame modified

Pass 25 Aug 2018 1,364 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 1,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 1,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 1,099 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 970 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 32 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fork gaiters fitted, unable to view stanchions.

front mudguard missing.

Fail 6 Jun 2014 32 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fork gaiters fitted, unable to view stanchions.

front mudguard missing.

Pass 12 Nov 2010 19,589 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 18,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 17,883 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400N?

Based on 6,477 MOT tests across 1,063 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,063
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
Drive chain excessively loose 49
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B136 YGJ is a 1984 Honda CB400N in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1984 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 29,807 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 CB400N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B136 YGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400N typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 42 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B136 YGJ registered?

B136 YGJ is a 1984 Honda CB400N, first registered on 11 September 1984.

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