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NHC 40R

1976 Honda CB400F

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,120 mi
Last recorded37,120 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1976 Honda CB400F32,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHC 40R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 37,120 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 37,114 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 37,114 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 37,002 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 36,921 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 36,824 miles

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 36,824 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 47,374 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 47,298 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 47,217 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2009 47,217 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F?

Based on 5,003 MOT tests across 921 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Horn not working 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 27
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NHC 40R is a 1976 Honda CB400F in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,478 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 CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NHC 40R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NHC 40R?

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What year was NHC 40R registered?

NHC 40R is a 1976 Honda CB400F, first registered on 15 November 1976.

Is NHC 40R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHC 40R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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