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L11 TBU

1999 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

46,927 mi
Last recorded46,927 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda CB40036,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 TBU
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 46,927 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 46,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 46,663 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 46,661 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 46,568 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Upper Forks slightly corroded both (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2014 46,540 miles

Front brakes slightly binding

Pass 23 Jul 2012 44,984 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,104 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 44,104 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

upper fork seal corroded

Fail 10 Mar 2010 43,789 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

o/s indicator tell tale light not working

Pass 10 Mar 2010 43,789 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

o/s indicator tell tale light not working

Pass 8 Mar 2008 41,998 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 38,245 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 38,225 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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L11 TBU is a 1999 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 L11 TBU, 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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What year was L11 TBU registered?

L11 TBU is a 1999 Honda CB400, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is L11 TBU safe to buy?

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