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XCR 294V

1980 Honda CB400N

Green Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

44,897 mi
Last recorded44,897 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1980 Honda CB400N26,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCR 294V
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 44,897 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2012 44,897 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 43,621 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 43,369 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 43,240 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front brake lever shortened but not excessive

Fail 31 May 2007 43,231 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front brake lever is shortened not excessive

Fail 23 Apr 2007 43,190 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

handbrake lever end missing, advise

Pass 7 Apr 2006 42,786 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 42,786 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

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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XCR 294V is a 1980 Honda CB400N in Green with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,425 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 XCR 294V, 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 46 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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XCR 294V is a 1980 Honda CB400N, first registered on 7 February 1980.

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