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TFJ 952X

1981 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,023 mi
Last recorded59,023 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFJ 952X
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,023 miles

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

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 58,969 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 56,080 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 55,248 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 55,223 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2012 52,872 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 52,821 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 46,388 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 46,384 miles

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 44,328 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 40,155 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 40,147 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 38,877 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 32,649 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 31,921 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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TFJ 952X is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 32,088 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 TFJ 952X, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFJ 952X registered?

TFJ 952X is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 23 September 1981.

Is TFJ 952X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFJ 952X shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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