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ONJ 973R

1976 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

29,427 mi
Last recorded29,427 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1976 Honda CB40027,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONJ 973R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 29,427 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 29,427 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 29,431 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 29,278 miles

Front Brake linkage worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 27,436 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 26,984 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 25,993 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 25,993 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 25,097 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 25,097 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 24,719 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 24,612 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 24,612 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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ONJ 973R is a 1976 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ONJ 973R, 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

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What year was ONJ 973R registered?

ONJ 973R is a 1976 Honda CB400, first registered on 3 August 1976.

Is ONJ 973R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONJ 973R shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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