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L343 WOT

1998 Honda CB400

Silver Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,271 mi
Last recorded53,271 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL343 WOT
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 53,271 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 53,207 miles

Nearside Front Lower Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 52,250 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 52,167 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 51,606 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 51,207 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 51,101 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 51,097 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 47,478 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 44,443 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 41,348 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 37,144 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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L343 WOT is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Silver with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 L343 WOT, 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 L343 WOT registered?

L343 WOT is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is L343 WOT safe to buy?

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