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N422 HFS

1997 Honda CB400

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,402 mi
Last recorded38,402 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN422 HFS
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 38,402 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 38,401 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 37,665 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 37,233 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 35,076 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 32,815 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 32,135 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 31,732 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 30,159 miles

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

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

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 29,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front tyere starting to perish

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 26,730 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 19,598 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 19,571 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2005 19,499 miles

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

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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N422 HFS is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 34,746 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 N422 HFS, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N422 HFS registered?

N422 HFS is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is N422 HFS safe to buy?

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