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TMF 621S

1978 Honda CB400F

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,346 mi
Last recorded21,346 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F31,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMF 621S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 21,346 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 21,180 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 20,937 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 20,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,750 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 20,689 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 20,335 miles

Front Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1a)

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

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

exhaust condition

indicator repeater light

Fail 11 Sep 2010 19,678 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

surface corrosion set in on swinging arm

Pass 11 Sep 2010 19,678 miles

surface corrosion set in on swinging arm

Pass 18 Aug 2009 19,149 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 16,558 miles

advice to check steering head bearings

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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TMF 621S is a 1978 Honda CB400F in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 31,286 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 TMF 621S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TMF 621S?

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What year was TMF 621S registered?

TMF 621S is a 1978 Honda CB400F, first registered on 14 February 1978.

Is TMF 621S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMF 621S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TMF 621S have outstanding finance?

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