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DUU 293V

1979 Honda CB400N

Silver Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

17,209 mi
Last recorded17,209 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 1979 Honda CB400N25,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUU 293V
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 17,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake not as strong as would normaly be exspected fom this model

Fail 1 Aug 2013 17,192 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 38,080 miles

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 38,080 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 35,725 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 32,595 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 32,576 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 27,870 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 27,870 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d) DANGEROUS

Advise: Front tyre slightly perished

Front Upper Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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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DUU 293V is a 1979 Honda CB400N in Silver with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 25,644 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 DUU 293V, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DUU 293V registered?

DUU 293V is a 1979 Honda CB400N, first registered on 20 September 1979.

Is DUU 293V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUU 293V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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