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K273 BUD

1998 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,537 mi
Last recorded19,537 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK273 BUD
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2026 19,537 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 18,497 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 17,780 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 16,597 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 16,143 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 14,295 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 13,775 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 13,177 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 12,810 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,699 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 12,560 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 12,557 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 12,524 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 12,421 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 12,102 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 May 2008 12,054 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 12,027 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
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K273 BUD is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 34,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K273 BUD, 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 28 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K273 BUD registered?

K273 BUD is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is K273 BUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K273 BUD shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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