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L731 WGC

1998 Honda CB400F

Red Petrol 390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

15,183 mi
Last recorded15,183 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Honda CB400F34,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL731 WGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2009 15,183 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 13,971 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 13,285 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 8,114 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2007 8,109 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 361 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 306 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F?

Based on 5,003 MOT tests across 921 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Horn not working 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 27
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L731 WGC is a 1998 Honda CB400F in Red with a 390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 34,324 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 CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L731 WGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB400F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L731 WGC registered?

L731 WGC is a 1998 Honda CB400F, first registered on 26 May 1998.

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