CarVerify

Free Car Check

G159 NPW

1990 Honda CB400N

Blue Petrol 395cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,746 mi
Last recorded28,746 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1990 Honda CB400N26,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG159 NPW
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 28,746 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,311 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 27,371 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 28,987 miles

Front wheel bearing are slightly noisy but no movement

Pass 31 Jul 2017 26,803 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,650 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 26,432 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 26,261 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,159 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 26,159 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,150 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 24,424 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 24,306 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 24,306 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,633 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,847 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2006 21,353 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
Full Honda CB400N reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G159 NPW is a 1990 Honda CB400N in Blue with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1990 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 26,541 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G159 NPW, 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 36 years old, this Honda CB400N is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G159 NPW?

You can check the full history of G159 NPW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G159 NPW registered?

G159 NPW is a 1990 Honda CB400N, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G159 NPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G159 NPW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G159 NPW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G159 NPW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.