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M272 VPT

2001 Honda CB400

Purple Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,007 mi
Last recorded45,007 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB40035,359 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM272 VPT
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 45,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 44,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 44,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 44,614 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 44,407 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 44,342 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 44,066 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 43,630 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 42,768 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2012 42,238 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 42,238 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 41,792 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 41,194 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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 2 May 2008 40,093 miles

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

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 19 Apr 2007 32,820 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 28,043 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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M272 VPT is a 2001 Honda CB400 in Purple with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 35,359 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M272 VPT, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB400 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M272 VPT registered?

M272 VPT is a 2001 Honda CB400, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is M272 VPT safe to buy?

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