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XKN 813S

1978 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,400 mi
Last recorded26,400 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2011
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKN 813S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2011 26,400 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,227 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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XKN 813S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XKN 813S, 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 XKN 813S registered?

XKN 813S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 30 May 1978.

Is XKN 813S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKN 813S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XKN 813S have outstanding finance?

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