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A664 SGJ

1983 Honda CB400N

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,855 mi
Last recorded31,855 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1983 Honda CB400N36,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA664 SGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2018 31,855 miles

Rear Brake back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

rear tyre has slight splits on sidewalls

Pass 20 Jul 2017 31,774 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 31,730 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired Dis coloured (1.1.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 31,543 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 31,405 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 31,344 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 31,226 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,845 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2011 30,845 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 30,750 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 5 Nov 2009 30,750 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 30,622 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2007 29,972 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 28,912 miles

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

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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A664 SGJ is a 1983 Honda CB400N in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 A664 SGJ, 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 A664 SGJ registered?

A664 SGJ is a 1983 Honda CB400N, first registered on 18 October 1983.

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