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J201 JWV

1998 Honda CB400

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,662 mi
Last recorded61,662 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ201 JWV
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 61,662 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 61,585 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 61,585 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 59,978 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 58,014 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 56,626 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 54,058 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 55,276 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 50,756 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 48,608 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 48,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 46,279 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 29,360 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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J201 JWV is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Orange 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 J201 JWV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J201 JWV registered?

J201 JWV is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is J201 JWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J201 JWV 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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