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XYF 52T

1978 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,416 mi
Last recorded42,416 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYF 52T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 May 2017 42,416 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 42,344 miles

front brake slightly binding

rear brake spring weak returns slower than usual

Pass 1 Apr 2015 42,150 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 41,275 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 41,269 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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XYF 52T is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 XYF 52T, 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 XYF 52T registered?

XYF 52T is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 2 September 1978.

Is XYF 52T safe to buy?

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