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UBM 742W

1981 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,499 mi
Last recorded25,499 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBM 742W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 25,499 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 25,465 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight misting r/h front fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2019 25,341 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 25,258 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,061 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 24,956 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 24,792 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 24,792 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 24,543 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 24,352 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 24,317 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 23,951 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 23,338 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 22,739 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 21,766 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 21,734 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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UBM 742W is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UBM 742W, 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 UBM 742W registered?

UBM 742W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is UBM 742W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBM 742W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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