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F981 GUM

1996 Honda CB400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,713 mi
Last recorded44,713 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda CB40035,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF981 GUM
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2010 44,713 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 44,421 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 44,421 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 May 2007 44,005 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Mar 2006 43,988 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 43,988 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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F981 GUM is a 1996 Honda CB400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 35,386 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 F981 GUM, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F981 GUM?

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What year was F981 GUM registered?

F981 GUM is a 1996 Honda CB400, first registered on 9 September 1996.

Is F981 GUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F981 GUM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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