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L427 EWP

1993 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,339 mi
Last recorded32,339 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Honda CB40037,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL427 EWP
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 32,339 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 31,888 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 31,888 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 29,877 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 28,619 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 27,466 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 27,448 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 25,538 miles

main stand siezed

Pass 20 Aug 2011 24,956 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 22,482 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 21,297 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 21,297 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 197,438 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 18,132 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,347 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 14,961 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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L427 EWP is a 1993 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 37,125 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 L427 EWP, 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 33 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L427 EWP registered?

L427 EWP is a 1993 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L427 EWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L427 EWP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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