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JAV 173W

1981 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

50,753 mi
Last recorded50,753 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAV 173W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2021 50,753 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 50,723 miles

steering slightly notchy

Pass 14 Jul 2017 40,676 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight bind front calipers

Pass 12 Jul 2016 50,548 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 50,545 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 50,303 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 49,987 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 49,987 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 49,538 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 49,353 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 49,353 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 49,193 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 49,079 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 49,079 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 49,047 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 49,047 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 48,901 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 48,701 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 48,698 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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JAV 173W is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 32,088 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 JAV 173W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JAV 173W registered?

JAV 173W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 14 February 1981.

Is JAV 173W safe to buy?

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