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WMY 277S

1978 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,432 mi
Last recorded51,432 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2010
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMY 277S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2010 51,432 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 51,420 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 51,252 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 51,219 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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WMY 277S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 27,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WMY 277S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WMY 277S?

You can check the full history of WMY 277S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WMY 277S registered?

WMY 277S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is WMY 277S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMY 277S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WMY 277S have outstanding finance?

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