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CVL 356T

1978 Honda CB400N

Blue Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,127 mi
Last recorded45,127 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400N32,673 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVL 356T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 45,127 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 44,192 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 42,278 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 42,027 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 41,217 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 26,980 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 26,980 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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CVL 356T is a 1978 Honda CB400N in Blue with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 32,673 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 CVL 356T, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CVL 356T?

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What year was CVL 356T registered?

CVL 356T is a 1978 Honda CB400N, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is CVL 356T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVL 356T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CVL 356T have outstanding finance?

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