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BFW 680S

1978 Honda CB400F

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,799 mi
Last recorded21,799 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F31,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 680S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 21,799 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 21,607 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 21,420 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 21,212 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 20,884 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 20,684 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 20,231 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 19,875 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 19,851 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 19,405 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 18,058 miles

rear chain guard not fitted

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F?

Based on 5,003 MOT tests across 921 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Horn not working 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 27
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BFW 680S is a 1978 Honda CB400F in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 31,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 680S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFW 680S?

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What year was BFW 680S registered?

BFW 680S is a 1978 Honda CB400F, first registered on 8 June 1978.

Is BFW 680S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 680S shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFW 680S have outstanding finance?

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