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L846 KSH

1997 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,704 mi
Last recorded25,704 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL846 KSH
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 25,704 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 25,704 miles

Nearside Fork yoke insecure missing bolt replaced (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls brake switch reconnected (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 24,830 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 24,830 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 24,474 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 24,267 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 23,813 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 23,813 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 23,808 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 23,539 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 81,096 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 80,974 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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L846 KSH is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L846 KSH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L846 KSH registered?

L846 KSH is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 26 May 1997.

Is L846 KSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L846 KSH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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