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HYD 12T

1979 Honda CB400N

Blue Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,936 mi
Last recorded64,936 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2011
Typical for 1979 Honda CB400N25,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYD 12T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2011 64,936 miles

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 64,917 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 64,812 miles

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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HYD 12T is a 1979 Honda CB400N in Blue with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 25,644 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 CB400N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HYD 12T, 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 47 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYD 12T?

You can check the full history of HYD 12T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HYD 12T registered?

HYD 12T is a 1979 Honda CB400N, first registered on 14 May 1979.

Is HYD 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYD 12T 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 HYD 12T have outstanding finance?

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