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XVV 237S

1978 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,575 mi
Last recorded39,575 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVV 237S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2012 39,575 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

choke cable insecure

rear mudguard corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2011 36,638 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 33,880 miles

petrol cap rubber cracking

Fail 5 Mar 2010 33,880 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

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

petrol cap rubber cracking

Pass 6 Oct 2008 31,756 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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XVV 237S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XVV 237S, 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.

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What year was XVV 237S registered?

XVV 237S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 25 January 1978.

Is XVV 237S safe to buy?

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