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K238 PGO

1999 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

68,525 mi
Last recorded68,525 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 1999 Honda CB40036,239 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK238 PGO
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 68,525 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Oct 2018 68,525 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 63,059 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2017 63,059 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 58,399 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 56,097 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 56,088 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 47,675 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2011 33,435 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 33,327 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

unable to see brake fluid in the rear brake resevoir as this is also discoloured

visaul check required by removing cap on the vfront brake master cylinder as the sight lenes is discoloured

Pass 22 Jan 2010 19,019 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 15 Jan 2010 19,019 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

unable to see fluid in rear brake resevoir,advise remove cap and check visauly.

Pass 9 Jan 2009 18,349 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2009 18,349 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 18,214 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 17,198 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 15,261 miles

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
Full Honda CB400 reliability report

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K238 PGO is a 1999 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 36,239 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 K238 PGO, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K238 PGO is a 1999 Honda CB400, first registered on 19 October 1999.

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