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WPH 870S

1978 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

53,749 mi
Last recorded53,749 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPH 870S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 53,749 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 53,736 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 53,582 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 53,499 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2017 53,480 miles

Central Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Central Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 53,351 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 53,142 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 52,699 miles

Centre Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 52,573 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 52,375 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 52,375 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 52,065 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 51,657 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 51,657 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 51,077 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 51,069 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2008 50,479 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Small crackes forming in sidewalls.

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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WPH 870S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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

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 WPH 870S, 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

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What year was WPH 870S registered?

WPH 870S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 6 June 1978.

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