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RGK 73R

1976 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,756 mi
Last recorded19,756 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Honda CB40027,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGK 73R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 19,756 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 19,605 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2016 19,605 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 19,311 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 19,086 miles

Rear sprocket has slight side play.

Pass 3 Apr 2013 18,903 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 17,650 miles

fork springs have no sag

side stand pivot bolt has no lock nut

Pass 12 Feb 2011 16,574 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 16,535 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 14,008 miles

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

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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RGK 73R is a 1976 Honda CB400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 27,342 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 RGK 73R, 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 50 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RGK 73R registered?

RGK 73R is a 1976 Honda CB400, first registered on 6 August 1976.

Is RGK 73R safe to buy?

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