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YGP 79R

1977 Honda CB400F

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,551 mi
Last recorded60,551 miles
Recorded on17 May 2008
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400F29,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGP 79R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2008 60,551 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 59,115 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 59,115 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

throttle push cable broken

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F?

Based on 5,003 MOT tests across 921 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
234
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
921
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Horn not working 29
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 27
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YGP 79R is a 1977 Honda CB400F in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 29,536 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 CB400F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YGP 79R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Honda CB400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YGP 79R?

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What year was YGP 79R registered?

YGP 79R is a 1977 Honda CB400F, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is YGP 79R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGP 79R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YGP 79R have outstanding finance?

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