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R940 VSB

1997 Honda CB400N

Silver Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,369 mi
Last recorded36,369 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CB400N36,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 VSB
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 36,369 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 35,603 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 34,445 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2014 32,259 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 32,020 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 31,607 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 31,607 miles

Front Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 19 May 2011 31,170 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 30,826 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 30,629 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 30,426 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 30,161 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 30,161 miles

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 29,108 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 25,516 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400N?

Based on 6,477 MOT tests across 1,063 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,063
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
Drive chain excessively loose 49
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R940 VSB is a 1997 Honda CB400N in Silver with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 36,162 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 CB400N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R940 VSB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400N typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this Honda CB400N is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R940 VSB registered?

R940 VSB is a 1997 Honda CB400N, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R940 VSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 VSB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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