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JBJ 383V

1979 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,129 mi
Last recorded18,129 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda CB400N25,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBJ 383V
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 18,129 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

fuel cap seal starting to perish

Pass 3 Jul 2018 17,909 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 17,909 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 17,790 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 17,491 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 17,480 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 17,188 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

left hand fork dust cover split

Pass 19 Feb 2013 16,762 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 14,804 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 13,393 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 12,496 miles

front tyre wearing on o/s edge ront brake slightly tight

Pass 7 Aug 2008 12,457 miles

brake fluid low on front brake.

Pass 3 Jul 2007 12,390 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

N/S fork dust cover split

Slight bind on front brake

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 12,326 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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JBJ 383V is a 1979 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 JBJ 383V, 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

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What year was JBJ 383V registered?

JBJ 383V is a 1979 Honda CB400N, first registered on 15 October 1979.

Is JBJ 383V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBJ 383V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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