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NWV 85P

1977 Honda CB400F

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,390 mi
Last recorded20,390 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400F29,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWV 85P
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 20,390 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 20,390 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binds slightly

front tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Pass 14 Mar 2015 20,047 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 19,822 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 19,818 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 May 2011 19,617 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binds slightly

Fail 11 May 2011 19,613 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake binds slightly

Pass 15 Jul 2009 19,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear linkage worn and insecure

Fail 15 Jul 2009 19,356 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear linkage worn and insecure

Pass 11 Jul 2008 19,339 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2008 19,335 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 19,124 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 19,120 miles

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

REAR SPROCKET NUT MISSING

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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NWV 85P is a 1977 Honda CB400F in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 29,536 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 NWV 85P, 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 49 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NWV 85P registered?

NWV 85P is a 1977 Honda CB400F, first registered on 1 January 1977.

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