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VLF 786S

1977 Honda CB400F

Blue Petrol 458cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,534 mi
Last recorded27,534 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400F29,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLF 786S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine458cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 27,534 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 27,448 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 27,448 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 27,439 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 27,132 miles

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

advise gear selector slight wear on linkages

advise rear shockers lower bushes slight play

Pass 28 Jul 2012 26,581 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 26,581 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 26,196 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 25,922 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 24,824 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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VLF 786S is a 1977 Honda CB400F in Blue with a 458cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 29,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VLF 786S, 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 49 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 VLF 786S registered?

VLF 786S is a 1977 Honda CB400F, first registered on 2 August 1977.

Is VLF 786S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLF 786S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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