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N685 HPU

1997 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

11,750 mi
Last recorded11,750 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN685 HPU
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 11,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 10,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 7,156 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 1,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jan 2021 1,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 17 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 17 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2014 42,406 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 42,393 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 41,529 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 40,991 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 39,943 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 39,931 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 39,902 miles

head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 9 Aug 2007 39,860 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 39,837 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 39,829 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

slight binding on rear brake

Pass 22 Aug 2005 39,453 miles

front brake banjo alloy fittings not recomended for road use

Fail 20 Aug 2005 39,443 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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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N685 HPU is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N685 HPU, 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.

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What year was N685 HPU registered?

N685 HPU is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is N685 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N685 HPU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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