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PCA 233V

1979 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,267 mi
Last recorded13,267 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Honda CB40028,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCA 233V
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,267 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 13,190 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 13,070 miles

Main Beam warning light not working

Fail 7 Apr 2015 13,068 miles

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Main Beam warning light not working

Pass 10 Apr 2014 13,045 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 12,988 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,980 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 12,980 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 12,728 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 13,782 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 13,782 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

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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PCA 233V is a 1979 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 28,592 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 PCA 233V, 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 47 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 PCA 233V?

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What year was PCA 233V registered?

PCA 233V is a 1979 Honda CB400, first registered on 4 September 1979.

Is PCA 233V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCA 233V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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