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F989 THW

2001 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,764 mi
Last recorded42,764 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda CB40035,359 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF989 THW
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 42,764 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 42,123 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 41,431 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 41,621 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 41,599 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,098 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 40,810 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 40,370 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 40,370 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 37,857 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 35,881 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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F989 THW is a 2001 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 35,359 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F989 THW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CB400 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was F989 THW registered?

F989 THW is a 2001 Honda CB400, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is F989 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F989 THW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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