MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,460 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
headlamp has blured beam image, lens misted
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
headlamp has blured beam image, lens misted
How Reliable is the Honda NS400R?
Based on 1,608 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C196 XEC is a 1985 Honda NS400R in Red with a 387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1985 Honda NS400R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 24,362 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 NS400R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C196 XEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda NS400R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Honda NS400R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C196 XEC registered?
C196 XEC is a 1985 Honda NS400R, first registered on 13 September 1985.
Is C196 XEC safe to buy?
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