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N272 NBV

1996 Honda CB400F2

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,906 mi
Last recorded3,906 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN272 NBV
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F2
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 3,906 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2016 3,906 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 6,753 miles

Front brake slighty binding

Front fork sills perished

Pass 4 Jan 2014 3,516 miles

Front tyre perished

Pass 29 Mar 2011 1,406 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 1,406 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 1,406 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 593 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

fuel pipe slightly worn at tap

Fail 12 Dec 2009 593 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

fuel pipe slightly worn at tap

Fail 28 Nov 2009 593 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

fuel pipe slightly worn at tap

rear mudguard slightly loose

Pass 16 Apr 2008
Fail 15 Apr 2008

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 32,539 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 32,494 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F2?

Based on 575 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
179
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Horn not working 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 5
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N272 NBV is a 1996 Honda CB400F2 in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Honda CB400F2 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N272 NBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F2 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB400F2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N272 NBV is a 1996 Honda CB400F2, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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