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M473 GGT

1998 Honda CB400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,505 mi
Last recorded50,505 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB40034,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM473 GGT
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 50,505 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 50,021 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2024 50,010 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 47,112 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 41,432 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 41,406 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 39,881 miles

front brake master cylinder slightly damaged

Pass 11 Jan 2020 39,465 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Oct 2019 39,449 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

front brake master cylinder slightly damaged

Pass 29 Sep 2018 38,393 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 37,277 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 32,992 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 30,090 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 29,576 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 29,571 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 27,983 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 23,021 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 18,201 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 18,159 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 14,634 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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M473 GGT is a 1998 Honda CB400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 34,575 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 M473 GGT, 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 28 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 M473 GGT registered?

M473 GGT is a 1998 Honda CB400, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is M473 GGT safe to buy?

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