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H431 VSH

1998 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,701 mi
Last recorded28,701 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH431 VSH
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 28,701 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

o/s bar end weight missing

Pass 27 Aug 2015 28,360 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 28,142 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 27,977 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 277,778 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 27,329 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 27,328 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,094 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 27,003 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 1 May 2009 26,551 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 26,167 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 May 2007 25,353 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 23,969 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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H431 VSH is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 34,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H431 VSH, 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 28 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H431 VSH registered?

H431 VSH is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is H431 VSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H431 VSH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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