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BAB 807S

1977 Honda CB400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,782 mi
Last recorded20,782 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400/431,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAB 807S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400/4
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 20,782 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 20,769 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 20,691 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 20,669 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 20,649 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 20,600 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 20,550 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 203,701 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 19,935 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2007 19,935 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 19,019 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 19,019 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front tyre is near the minimum legal limit for tread depth.

How Reliable is the Honda CB400/4?

Based on 1,100 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
178
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Footrest insecure 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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BAB 807S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 31,118 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 CB400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAB 807S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Honda CB400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAB 807S registered?

BAB 807S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is BAB 807S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAB 807S shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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