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L522 WGC

1998 Honda Cb 400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,110 mi
Last recorded36,110 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 40028,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL522 WGC
MakeHonda
ModelCb 400
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 36,110 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 34,643 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 33,275 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Flashes slightly with indicators. (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 May 2014 33,248 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 31,675 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 31,674 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 400?

Based on 1,387 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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L522 WGC is a 1998 Honda Cb 400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,020 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 Cb 400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L522 WGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L522 WGC?

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What year was L522 WGC registered?

L522 WGC is a 1998 Honda Cb 400, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is L522 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L522 WGC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L522 WGC have outstanding finance?

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