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JYA 683T

1979 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,284 mi
Last recorded19,284 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2009
Typical for 1979 Honda CB40028,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYA 683T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2009 19,284 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 19,284 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 18,913 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 18,913 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slightly damp master cylinder[fluid]

slightly heavy action front brake

top front engine mounting nut missing

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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JYA 683T is a 1979 Honda CB400 in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 28,592 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 JYA 683T, 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 47 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 JYA 683T?

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What year was JYA 683T registered?

JYA 683T is a 1979 Honda CB400, first registered on 5 June 1979.

Is JYA 683T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYA 683T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JYA 683T have outstanding finance?

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