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GVV 476X

1982 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

54,316 mi
Last recorded54,316 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
Typical for 1982 Honda CB400N35,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 476X
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 54,316 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 54,314 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 53,284 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 51,889 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 51,851 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

main stand very sloppy

Pass 11 May 2009 50,518 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

main stand very sloppy clutch lever end damaged

Fail 11 May 2009 50,518 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

main stand very sloppy clutch lever end damaged

Pass 13 May 2008 48,773 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2008 48,726 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2007 47,325 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 46,036 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 46,024 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

main stand sloppy

rear brake arm beyond wear limit

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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GVV 476X is a 1982 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 35,764 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 GVV 476X, 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 44 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 GVV 476X registered?

GVV 476X is a 1982 Honda CB400N, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is GVV 476X safe to buy?

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