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J514 HGF

2000 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,099 mi
Last recorded32,099 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda CB40029,907 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ514 HGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 32,099 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 32,034 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 32,034 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 31,410 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 31,388 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen headlamp beam kick up is to the right,should be to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front and rear position lamps are affected when indicators are used (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements number plate is not fitted vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practicable (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stop lamp is affected when indicators are used (4.3.3 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2020 30,184 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 28,934 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 27,003 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 23,836 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 23,703 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play both upper (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Jun 2016 23,703 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component rear tyre (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play both upper (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2015 23,496 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 23,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 22,596 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,699 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 20,341 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 18,945 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 17,657 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 16,674 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 15,361 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda CB400?

Based on 9,585 MOT tests across 1,172 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
1,172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 135
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 83
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 56
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 54
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J514 HGF is a 2000 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 29,907 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J514 HGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 26 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J514 HGF is a 2000 Honda CB400, first registered on 3 July 2000.

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