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CFM 863S

1978 Honda 400/4

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,636 mi
Last recorded23,636 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Honda 400/426,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFM 863S
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 23,636 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 23,628 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 23,597 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 23,570 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 23,510 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 23,495 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 23,490 miles

Front Tyre Perishing

Fail 25 May 2012 23,485 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre Perishing

Pass 26 May 2011 23,402 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 23,397 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 23,378 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 23,211 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 23,136 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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CFM 863S is a 1978 Honda 400/4 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CFM 863S, 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 CFM 863S?

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What year was CFM 863S registered?

CFM 863S is a 1978 Honda 400/4, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is CFM 863S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFM 863S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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