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K429 PDY

2001 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,445 mi
Last recorded42,445 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB40035,359 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK429 PDY
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 42,445 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear rear tyre has major cracking in the side walls (but no cords are visible )

Pass 5 Jul 2024 42,290 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Jul 2024 42,290 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on full lock (no free play in cables ) (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 41,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front slightly rough wheel bearing

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear cracking in rear tyre side walls

Pass 22 Jun 2022 41,159 miles

Front Mudguard insecure broken ()

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 41,159 miles

Front Mudguard insecure broken ()

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking on full right lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 40,979 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 40,721 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 40,270 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 39,507 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 38,708 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 37,707 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 35,892 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 34,381 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 31,959 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 29,925 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 29,925 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 27,792 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Jul 2010 25,739 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 25,739 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 23,430 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 21,794 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre side wall slightly perished

Pass 27 Apr 2007 20,533 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 20,156 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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K429 PDY is a 2001 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 35,359 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 K429 PDY, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB400 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K429 PDY registered?

K429 PDY is a 2001 Honda CB400, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is K429 PDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K429 PDY shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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