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M561 UKL

2002 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,751 mi
Last recorded14,751 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB40037,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM561 UKL
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 14,751 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 13,918 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 13,911 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2023 13,301 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 9,661 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit all front (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 7,487 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 7,475 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 7,195 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2011 7,158 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 6,337 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 6,212 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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M561 UKL is a 2002 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 37,844 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 M561 UKL, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB400 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M561 UKL registered?

M561 UKL is a 2002 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is M561 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M561 UKL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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