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GJO 199S

1977 Honda CB400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,527 mi
Last recorded54,527 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400/431,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJO 199S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400/4
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 54,527 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2018 54,527 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 53,588 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing Arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Sep 2017 53,588 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing Arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2016 52,217 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 52,217 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 50,314 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Oct 2015 50,314 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2014 48,799 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 47,925 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 47,191 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 47,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 45,852 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 45,852 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 44,532 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 42,854 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 42,854 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2008 40,334 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 May 2008 40,334 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 37,617 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB400/4?

Based on 1,100 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
178
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Footrest insecure 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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GJO 199S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 31,118 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 CB400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJO 199S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Honda CB400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJO 199S registered?

GJO 199S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4, first registered on 7 October 1977.

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