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JCG 602S

1978 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,073 mi
Last recorded41,073 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCG 602S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 41,073 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 40,960 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 40,960 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 40,661 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 40,490 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 40,473 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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JCG 602S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 27,458 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 JCG 602S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JCG 602S?

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What year was JCG 602S registered?

JCG 602S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 16 May 1978.

Is JCG 602S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCG 602S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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