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A198 TGO

1983 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

613 mi
Last recorded613 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda CB400N36,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA198 TGO
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 613 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 499 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 499 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 462 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 434 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 431 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2015 2 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 2 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 43,230 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 41,495 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 38,894 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Aug 2007 38,894 miles

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))

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 34,553 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 33,918 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2005 33,918 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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A198 TGO is a 1983 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 36,026 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 A198 TGO, 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 43 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A198 TGO registered?

A198 TGO is a 1983 Honda CB400N, first registered on 6 December 1983.

Is A198 TGO safe to buy?

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