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K678 KNN

1998 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,566 mi
Last recorded59,566 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK678 KNN
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 59,566 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 59,566 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Sep 2010 55,292 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 55,292 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,771 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2008 40,752 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 92,243 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 733,947 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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K678 KNN is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 K678 KNN, 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 K678 KNN registered?

K678 KNN is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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