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L71 WGC

1993 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,722 mi
Last recorded70,722 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1993 Honda CB40037,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL71 WGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 70,722 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 66,312 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 65,615 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 59,363 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Oct 2013 53,322 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 53,322 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,929 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 46,928 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 45,886 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 45,886 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 40,661 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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L71 WGC is a 1993 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L71 WGC, 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.

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What year was L71 WGC registered?

L71 WGC is a 1993 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L71 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L71 WGC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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