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GAA 427W

1980 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,826 mi
Last recorded32,826 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 1980 Honda CB400N26,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAA 427W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 32,826 miles

Offside Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 32,718 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 32,481 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 32,254 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 32,189 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

fuel tank corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2010 32,189 miles

fuel tank corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2009 31,564 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 30,624 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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GAA 427W is a 1980 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,425 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GAA 427W, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAA 427W registered?

GAA 427W is a 1980 Honda CB400N, first registered on 4 November 1980.

Is GAA 427W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAA 427W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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