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B227 YMU

1984 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,364 mi
Last recorded21,364 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda CB400N29,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB227 YMU
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 21,364 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 21,312 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 21,203 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 20,784 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 20,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 20,284 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,044 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 19,750 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 19,631 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 19,631 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 19,521 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 19,513 miles

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

rear sprocket inner worn

Pass 17 Oct 2007 19,455 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 19,279 miles

Rear 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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B227 YMU is a 1984 Honda CB400N in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1984 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 29,807 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B227 YMU, 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 42 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 B227 YMU registered?

B227 YMU is a 1984 Honda CB400N, first registered on 10 August 1984.

Is B227 YMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B227 YMU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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