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GHL 144V

1984 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,715 mi
Last recorded42,715 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda CB400N29,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHL 144V
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 42,715 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing slightly @exhaust collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 41,565 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 41,269 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 41,213 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 41,110 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 40,798 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 40,268 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 39,627 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 39,613 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 39,494 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 39,369 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 39,369 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2010 38,577 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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GHL 144V is a 1984 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1984 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 29,807 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 GHL 144V, 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 42 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHL 144V registered?

GHL 144V is a 1984 Honda CB400N, first registered on 1 April 1984.

Is GHL 144V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHL 144V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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