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L278 HKO

2002 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,219 mi
Last recorded7,219 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 Honda CB40037,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL278 HKO
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2012 7,219 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 7,219 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 3,536 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2009 3,508 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 1,253 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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L278 HKO is a 2002 Honda CB400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 37,844 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 L278 HKO, 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 24 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 L278 HKO registered?

L278 HKO is a 2002 Honda CB400, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is L278 HKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L278 HKO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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