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YVB 533V

1980 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,299 mi
Last recorded30,299 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 Honda CB400N26,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVB 533V
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2013 30,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front tyre starting to crack no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre starting to crack no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Jul 2012 29,731 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 29,731 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 28,001 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 27,133 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 25,452 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,934 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 23,506 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 23,502 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 23,051 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 23,044 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2005 21,554 miles

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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YVB 533V is a 1980 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,425 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 YVB 533V, 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 46 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 YVB 533V registered?

YVB 533V is a 1980 Honda CB400N, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is YVB 533V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVB 533V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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