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DKX 996T

1979 Honda CB400F

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,222 mi
Last recorded44,222 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Honda CB400F36,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKX 996T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 44,222 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2017 43,913 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 43,129 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 42,203 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 41,708 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,376 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 40,784 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 40,511 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 40,496 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 14 May 2010 40,324 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 40,070 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 40,055 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

front tyre has slight cracking of the sidewall

Pass 28 May 2008 39,750 miles

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

front tyre slight cracking on the sidewall

Fail 9 May 2008 39,732 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

front tyre has slightly perished sidewalls

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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DKX 996T is a 1979 Honda CB400F in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 36,598 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 CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKX 996T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DKX 996T registered?

DKX 996T is a 1979 Honda CB400F, first registered on 12 February 1979.

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The MOT history for DKX 996T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DKX 996T have outstanding finance?

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