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EPT 656S

1978 Honda CB400F2

Yellow Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,669 mi
Last recorded24,669 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400F230,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPT 656S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400F2
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 24,669 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 24,646 miles

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 24,394 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 24,289 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 24,186 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,187 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 24,160 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 24,153 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 24,149 miles

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 24,136 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front caliper slight binding

How Reliable is the Honda CB400F2?

Based on 575 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
179
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Horn not working 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 5
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EPT 656S is a 1978 Honda CB400F2 in Yellow with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400F2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 30,405 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 CB400F2 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPT 656S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400F2 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB400F2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPT 656S?

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What year was EPT 656S registered?

EPT 656S is a 1978 Honda CB400F2, first registered on 26 April 1978.

Is EPT 656S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPT 656S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPT 656S have outstanding finance?

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