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J715 TVS

1999 Honda CB400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

20,982 mi
Last recorded20,982 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2008
Typical for 1999 Honda CB40036,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ715 TVS
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2008 20,982 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 20,863 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

nut on clutch lever securing bolt is missing

one of two front wheel spindle securing bolts is missing

Pass 12 Sep 2007 8,470 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 8,466 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 94,113 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 94,113 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Sep 2006 93,899 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake appears to wear one brake pad more than the other.

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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J715 TVS is a 1999 Honda CB400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 36,239 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 J715 TVS, 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 27 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 J715 TVS registered?

J715 TVS is a 1999 Honda CB400, first registered on 16 March 1999.

Is J715 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J715 TVS shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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