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JSF 427T

1978 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,931 mi
Last recorded37,931 miles
Recorded on31 May 2008
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400N32,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSF 427T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2008 37,931 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 37,548 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 37,548 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2005 37,300 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2005 37,300 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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JSF 427T is a 1978 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 32,673 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 JSF 427T, 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 48 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 JSF 427T?

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What year was JSF 427T registered?

JSF 427T is a 1978 Honda CB400N, first registered on 17 November 1978.

Is JSF 427T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSF 427T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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