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M78 AVX

1999 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,692 mi
Last recorded41,692 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB40036,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM78 AVX
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 41,692 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

gear change rubber slightly loose

Pass 16 Jul 2024 41,612 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush os and ns rear (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 41,418 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 41,155 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 40,435 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 37,756 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 35,481 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 33,820 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 33,820 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 33,192 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 32,370 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,779 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 31,253 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 29,676 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 28,973 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 27,388 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 22,977 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 53,818 miles

Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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M78 AVX is a 1999 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 36,239 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 M78 AVX, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M78 AVX registered?

M78 AVX is a 1999 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is M78 AVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M78 AVX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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