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MTV 589W

1980 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,520 mi
Last recorded29,520 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 1980 Honda CB400N26,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTV 589W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 29,520 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 29,359 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 29,345 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2020 29,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 28,854 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 28,845 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side all cracked down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2018 28,706 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 28,696 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 28,685 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 28,676 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 28,635 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

slight play in sprocket carrier

Fail 29 Aug 2014 28,638 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

slight play in sprocket carrier

How Reliable is the Honda CB400N?

Based on 6,477 MOT tests across 1,063 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,063
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
Drive chain excessively loose 49
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MTV 589W is a 1980 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,425 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 CB400N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTV 589W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400N typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MTV 589W?

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What year was MTV 589W registered?

MTV 589W is a 1980 Honda CB400N, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is MTV 589W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTV 589W shows 12 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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