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MER 803P

1976 Honda CB400F

Blue Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,494 mi
Last recorded24,494 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 Honda CB400F32,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMER 803P
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 24,494 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 24,476 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 22,446 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 22,446 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 24,101 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,592 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 23,592 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 23,529 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,383 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 21,859 miles

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

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

front brake binding slightly

front tyre begining to split but no cord showing

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F?

Based on 5,003 MOT tests across 921 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Horn not working 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 27
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MER 803P is a 1976 Honda CB400F in Blue with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,478 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 CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MER 803P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MER 803P?

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What year was MER 803P registered?

MER 803P is a 1976 Honda CB400F, first registered on 20 July 1976.

Is MER 803P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MER 803P shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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