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PTX 893R

1977 Honda CB400F

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,210 mi
Last recorded33,210 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400F29,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTX 893R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2009 33,210 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

dust cap missing front wheel /front tyre cracks /frame/wheels /engine/corrosion all over motor cycle unused for long time engine bolt missing

Fail 20 Aug 2009 33,210 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

dust cap missing front wheel /front tyre cracks /frame/wheels /engine/corrosion all over motor cycle unused for long time engine bolt missing

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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PTX 893R is a 1977 Honda CB400F in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PTX 893R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PTX 893R registered?

PTX 893R is a 1977 Honda CB400F, first registered on 9 March 1977.

Is PTX 893R safe to buy?

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