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N424 HFS

1997 Honda CB400

Purple Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,863 mi
Last recorded57,863 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN424 HFS
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2012 57,863 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 56,387 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 52,301 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 48,327 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 30,009 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 29,750 miles

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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N424 HFS is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Purple with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N424 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 N424 HFS registered?

N424 HFS is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is N424 HFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N424 HFS shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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