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EAA 298W

1980 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,286 mi
Last recorded23,286 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda CB40027,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAA 298W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 23,286 miles

fuel cap seal starting to deteriorate but still seals ok

Pass 8 Aug 2017 23,214 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 23,194 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 23,118 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 23,112 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 23,010 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 23,010 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 22,982 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 18,409 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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EAA 298W is a 1980 Honda CB400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 27,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EAA 298W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Honda CB400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EAA 298W registered?

EAA 298W is a 1980 Honda CB400, first registered on 8 August 1980.

Is EAA 298W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAA 298W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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