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NHX 490P

1976 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,241 mi
Last recorded38,241 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1976 Honda CB40027,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHX 490P
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 38,241 miles

Front tyre fitted with incorrect rotation

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear rear shocks have slightly reduced damping effect

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

drive chain tight

Pass 27 Mar 2017 38,197 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 38,197 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 38,159 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2015 38,060 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 38,060 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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NHX 490P is a 1976 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 27,342 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 NHX 490P, 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 50 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NHX 490P?

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What year was NHX 490P registered?

NHX 490P is a 1976 Honda CB400, first registered on 16 June 1976.

Is NHX 490P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHX 490P shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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