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BGO 566S

1978 Honda 400/4

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,656 mi
Last recorded15,656 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 1978 Honda 400/426,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGO 566S
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 15,656 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 15,314 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 15,014 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 14,413 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 13,664 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 13,647 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 13,112 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 12,430 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 12,430 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,568 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 10,848 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,601 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda 400/4?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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BGO 566S is a 1978 Honda 400/4 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Honda 400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 26,394 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 400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGO 566S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Honda 400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGO 566S?

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What year was BGO 566S registered?

BGO 566S is a 1978 Honda 400/4, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is BGO 566S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGO 566S 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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