MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,753 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
steering slightly notchy
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
slight bind front calipers
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)
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)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
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)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
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)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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JAV 173W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 14 February 1981.
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