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LMW 979P

1976 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,700 mi
Last recorded10,700 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1976 Honda CB40027,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMW 979P
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 10,700 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 10,687 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 10,687 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 10,659 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2014 10,659 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 10,235 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 9,776 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 8,983 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 8,356 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 7,856 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 7,177 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 6,521 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 6,521 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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LMW 979P is a 1976 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 27,342 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 LMW 979P, 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 50 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMW 979P registered?

LMW 979P is a 1976 Honda CB400, first registered on 18 May 1976.

Is LMW 979P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMW 979P shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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