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F517 KEC

2003 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,410 mi
Last recorded56,410 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Honda CB40024,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF517 KEC
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2013 56,410 miles

Chain guard missing

front mudguard missing

Fail 12 Jan 2013 56,410 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Chain guard missing

front mudguard missing

Pass 21 Jan 2012 55,640 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 55,631 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

offside switchgear insecure

Pass 19 Nov 2010 48,309 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 48,308 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 39,630 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 28,913 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 10,856 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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F517 KEC is a 2003 Honda CB400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 24,764 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F517 KEC, 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 23 years old, this Honda CB400 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was F517 KEC registered?

F517 KEC is a 2003 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is F517 KEC safe to buy?

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