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YKO 532S

1978 Honda CB400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,252 mi
Last recorded14,252 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 Honda CB40027,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKO 532S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 14,252 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 14,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,029 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 13,012 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,383 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 11,339 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front and rear tyres cracking slightly

Pass 10 Jun 2010 10,258 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front and rear tyres cracking slightly

Pass 8 Jun 2009 9,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

chain guard missing.

front & rear tyres perrished advise replacement.

o/s footrest grip missing.

small cuts in rear tyre.

Fail 6 May 2009 9,650 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

chain guard missing.

front & rear tyres in poor condition (perished) advise replacement.

gear selector loose advise attention.

o/s footrest grip missing.

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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YKO 532S is a 1978 Honda CB400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YKO 532S, 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 YKO 532S registered?

YKO 532S is a 1978 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is YKO 532S safe to buy?

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