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YBO 133T

1979 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

42,862 mi
Last recorded42,862 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2007
Typical for 1979 Honda CB40028,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBO 133T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2007 42,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 42,862 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 18 May 2007 42,862 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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YBO 133T is a 1979 Honda CB400 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1979 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 28,592 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 YBO 133T, 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 47 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 YBO 133T registered?

YBO 133T is a 1979 Honda CB400, first registered on 5 January 1979.

Is YBO 133T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBO 133T shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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