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UBK 142T

1978 Honda CB400F

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,130 mi
Last recorded28,130 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F31,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBK 142T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 28,130 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 28,121 miles

Fuel cap leaking Fuel cap leaking due to paint in sealing area. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar Grip insecure (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Position lamp yellow. (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2008 28,383 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2007 28,199 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

rear tyre rubbing on wires when suspension compressed.

Fail 5 May 2007 28,176 miles

Centre Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 May 2006 26,960 miles

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

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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UBK 142T is a 1978 Honda CB400F in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UBK 142T, 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

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What year was UBK 142T registered?

UBK 142T is a 1978 Honda CB400F, first registered on 5 October 1978.

Is UBK 142T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBK 142T shows 6 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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