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FGG 79T

1978 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,863 mi
Last recorded22,863 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400N32,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGG 79T
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 22,863 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 22,862 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 22,282 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 21,449 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 20,347 miles

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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FGG 79T is a 1978 Honda CB400N in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FGG 79T, 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 FGG 79T?

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What year was FGG 79T registered?

FGG 79T is a 1978 Honda CB400N, first registered on 23 November 1978.

Is FGG 79T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGG 79T shows 5 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 FGG 79T have outstanding finance?

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