CarVerify

Free Car Check

UUF 51S

1978 Honda CB400F

Blue Petrol 408cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,887 mi
Last recorded35,887 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F31,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUF 51S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 35,887 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 34,993 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 34,161 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 33,747 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 33,204 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 32,343 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2019 32,306 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 31,674 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 31,170 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 31,170 miles

Front Brake performance not tested brake seized on (3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2015 30,791 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 30,439 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,137 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 29,515 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,858 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 28,858 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 27,681 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 27,400 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 27,208 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 26,574 miles

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
Full Honda CB400F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

UUF 51S is a 1978 Honda CB400F in Blue with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 UUF 51S, 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 UUF 51S?

You can check the full history of UUF 51S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UUF 51S registered?

UUF 51S is a 1978 Honda CB400F, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is UUF 51S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUF 51S shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UUF 51S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on UUF 51S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.