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L462 UBR

1997 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,561 mi
Last recorded33,561 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL462 UBR
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 33,561 miles

no lights time of test

Pass 7 May 2016 32,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged Rear brake pedal slightly bent on end but not affecting operation of pedal (3.2.A1c)

Fail 7 May 2016 32,737 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged Rear brake pedal slightly bent on end but not affecting operation of pedal (3.2.A1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 32,536 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 31,932 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 31,910 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 29,055 miles

head light aim is a bit low and no adjustment visable.

Pass 25 Jun 2011 25,113 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,694 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 24,683 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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L462 UBR is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 34,746 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 L462 UBR, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L462 UBR registered?

L462 UBR is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is L462 UBR safe to buy?

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