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PMY 918R

1976 Honda CB400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,757 mi
Last recorded23,757 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 1976 Honda CB400/428,079 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 918R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400/4
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2014 23,757 miles

Nearside & Offside fork stanchions are pitted which could cause short seal life

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 23,294 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 23,179 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 23,116 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 23,000 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 23,000 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Honda CB400/4?

Based on 1,100 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
178
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Footrest insecure 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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PMY 918R is a 1976 Honda CB400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 28,079 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 CB400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMY 918R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Honda CB400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PMY 918R?

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What year was PMY 918R registered?

PMY 918R is a 1976 Honda CB400/4, first registered on 11 October 1976.

Is PMY 918R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 918R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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