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FGC 282T

1978 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,301 mi
Last recorded39,301 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGC 282T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 39,301 miles

Offside Front front hand brake soft

Fail 21 Apr 2017 39,301 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 39,298 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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FGC 282T is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 27,458 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 FGC 282T, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FGC 282T?

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What year was FGC 282T registered?

FGC 282T is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 16 September 1978.

Is FGC 282T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGC 282T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGC 282T have outstanding finance?

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