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YHV 961T

1978 Honda CB400N

Silver Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,606 mi
Last recorded10,606 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400N32,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHV 961T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 10,606 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 9,503 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 8,796 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 8,603 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 8,184 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 7,469 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 7,469 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 7,343 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 7,343 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 7,325 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 7,325 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 7,257 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 7,255 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Honda CB400N?

Based on 6,477 MOT tests across 1,063 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,063
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
Drive chain excessively loose 49
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YHV 961T is a 1978 Honda CB400N in Silver with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 32,673 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 CB400N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHV 961T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400N typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YHV 961T registered?

YHV 961T is a 1978 Honda CB400N, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is YHV 961T safe to buy?

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