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VGP 805W

1981 Honda CB400N

Maroon Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,752 mi
Last recorded6,752 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGP 805W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 6,752 miles

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

front tyre cracking

rear tyre cracking

Pass 16 May 2013 6,721 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 6,390 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 6,379 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2009 6,366 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fairing bracket around frame number

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 6,339 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fairing bracket around frame number

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 6,329 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 6,317 miles

o/s fork damp

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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VGP 805W is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Maroon with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VGP 805W, 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 VGP 805W?

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What year was VGP 805W registered?

VGP 805W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 9 January 1981.

Is VGP 805W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGP 805W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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