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VYA 395W

1981 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,093 mi
Last recorded50,093 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYA 395W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 May 2021 50,093 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 49,983 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively sprocket carrier worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front petrol sealing washer starting to split on edge

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

Nearside Front front tyre starting to perish slightly on offside wall

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 49,189 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play when front wheel raised (2.2.2)

Front petrol cap sealing washer starting to perish

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 48,591 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 48,027 miles

Front Fuel tank sealing washer starting to perish

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 47,731 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 46,705 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 45,258 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 43,724 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 41,101 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 41,001 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 40,229 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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VYA 395W is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VYA 395W, 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 VYA 395W registered?

VYA 395W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is VYA 395W safe to buy?

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