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C449 JMW

1985 Honda NS400R

Blue Petrol 387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,325 mi
Last recorded9,325 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1985 Honda NS400R24,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC449 JMW
MakeHonda
ModelNS400R
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine387cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2010 9,325 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 9,269 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 9,259 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 9,259 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 9,243 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 9,223 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NS400R?

Based on 1,608 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
116
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Horn not working 6
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C449 JMW is a 1985 Honda NS400R in Blue with a 387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C449 JMW, 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 C449 JMW registered?

C449 JMW is a 1985 Honda NS400R, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C449 JMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C449 JMW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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