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K847 MGU

2001 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,720 mi
Last recorded60,720 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda CB40035,359 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK847 MGU
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 60,720 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2015 60,332 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

ignition switch worn.

Pass 2 Dec 2013 60,307 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight squeak from front suspension poss forks

Pass 13 Dec 2012 59,978 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 58,641 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2011 58,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 57,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

nearside front footrest incorrect

offside rear footrest worn

Fail 9 Jul 2010 57,700 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

nearside front footrest incorrect

offside rear footrest worn

Pass 10 Jul 2009 56,307 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 56,262 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 10 Jul 2008 55,045 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 55,045 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 51,235 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 47,709 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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K847 MGU is a 2001 Honda CB400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 K847 MGU, 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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K847 MGU is a 2001 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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