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B996 DBO

1985 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,804 mi
Last recorded30,804 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1985 Honda CB400N33,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB996 DBO
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 30,804 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 30,804 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Lower Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 30,057 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

throttle grip soft and split may be a safety issue.

Pass 19 Feb 2009 28,871 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 14,865 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 14,865 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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B996 DBO is a 1985 Honda CB400N in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 B996 DBO, 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 41 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B996 DBO registered?

B996 DBO is a 1985 Honda CB400N, first registered on 27 April 1985.

Is B996 DBO safe to buy?

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