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P493 HAW

1997 Honda CB400

Orange Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

72,515 mi
Last recorded72,515 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB40034,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 HAW
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 72,515 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 69,827 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 66,854 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 64,369 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 63,351 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 63,320 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 62,774 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 62,289 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 62,289 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 61,013 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 54,776 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 51,446 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 46,163 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

tight link in drive chain

Pass 15 Jun 2013 38,807 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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P493 HAW is a 1997 Honda CB400 in Orange with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P493 HAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P493 HAW registered?

P493 HAW is a 1997 Honda CB400, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P493 HAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P493 HAW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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