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UGC 22W

1981 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,725 mi
Last recorded11,725 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGC 22W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 11,725 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 11,493 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 11,493 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 11,492 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 9,886 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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UGC 22W is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UGC 22W, 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

How do I check the history of UGC 22W?

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What year was UGC 22W registered?

UGC 22W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is UGC 22W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGC 22W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UGC 22W have outstanding finance?

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