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MSP 42P

1976 Honda 400/4

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,074 mi
Last recorded39,074 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2014
Typical for 1976 Honda 400/440,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSP 42P
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2014 39,074 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 38,858 miles

offside rear shocker lower bush worn

Fail 8 Jul 2013 38,858 miles

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

offside rear shocker lower bush worn

Pass 16 Jul 2012 38,429 miles

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

front brake very slight binding

Pass 22 Mar 2011 38,192 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 38,192 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

How Reliable is the Honda 400/4?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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MSP 42P is a 1976 Honda 400/4 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Honda 400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 40,953 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 400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MSP 42P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Honda 400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSP 42P?

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What year was MSP 42P registered?

MSP 42P is a 1976 Honda 400/4, first registered on 10 June 1976.

Is MSP 42P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSP 42P shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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