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L217 SES

2001 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,368 mi
Last recorded35,368 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB40035,359 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL217 SES
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 35,368 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 34,729 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 34,147 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 33,281 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 32,112 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,751 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 29,079 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 28,968 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 28,908 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 28,665 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 28,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 28,517 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 28,243 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,243 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 28,127 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 26,313 miles

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2006 24,038 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 24,038 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Fail 21 Jun 2006 23,843 miles

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

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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L217 SES is a 2001 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L217 SES, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L217 SES registered?

L217 SES is a 2001 Honda CB400, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is L217 SES safe to buy?

The MOT history for L217 SES shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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