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K184 BJA

1996 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,061 mi
Last recorded8,061 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB40035,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK184 BJA
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 8,061 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 6,029 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 5,568 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 5,494 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front and rear. (4.2.3 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 4,937 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 4,433 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 3,420 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 2,708 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 492 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2012

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 20,018 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 20,012 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 20,012 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 20,012 miles

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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K184 BJA is a 1996 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 35,386 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 K184 BJA, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K184 BJA registered?

K184 BJA is a 1996 Honda CB400, first registered on 23 December 1996.

Is K184 BJA safe to buy?

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