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FGC 268T

1978 Honda CB400F

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,948 mi
Last recorded50,948 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2011
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F31,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGC 268T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2011 50,948 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 50,948 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2009 50,043 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 49,424 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 48,548 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 48,226 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 47,880 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 47,874 miles

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

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

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

FRONT TYRE UNDERINFLATED

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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FGC 268T is a 1978 Honda CB400F in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 31,286 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 FGC 268T, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FGC 268T?

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What year was FGC 268T registered?

FGC 268T is a 1978 Honda CB400F, first registered on 7 September 1978.

Is FGC 268T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGC 268T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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