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JWE 394W

1980 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,232 mi
Last recorded13,232 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda CB400N26,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWE 394W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 13,232 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 12,868 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 12,566 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 12,050 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 12,021 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride brake arm locking devise missing (6.2.1h)

Oil leak from engine advise attention ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 11,237 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 11,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 10,814 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 10,581 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 9,861 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

new pads fitted

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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JWE 394W is a 1980 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,425 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 JWE 394W, 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 46 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 JWE 394W registered?

JWE 394W is a 1980 Honda CB400N, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is JWE 394W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWE 394W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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