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M152 XHY

1995 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,072 mi
Last recorded76,072 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB40027,527 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM152 XHY
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 76,072 miles

Handlebar corroded but not to excess (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 74,950 miles

Handlebar corroded but not to excess (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 73,607 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2022 73,270 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 73,270 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 73,121 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 72,865 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2019 72,860 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened Shock absorbers have insufficient free travel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear position light intensity obviously reduced

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component likely to fail Shock absorbers have insufficient travel (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 72,249 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2017 72,249 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 71,659 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 71,659 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 66,878 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 66,873 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 61,173 miles

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 55,233 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 52,951 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 52,887 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 51,485 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 50,425 miles
Pass 14 May 2005 47,655 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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M152 XHY is a 1995 Honda CB400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 27,527 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 M152 XHY, 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 31 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 M152 XHY registered?

M152 XHY is a 1995 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M152 XHY safe to buy?

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