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K382 WKJ

2004 Honda CB400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,480 mi
Last recorded54,480 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CB40017,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK382 WKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 54,480 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stantions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Horn deteriorated

Rear Road spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 54,480 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stantions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Horn deteriorated

Rear Road spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 45,964 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 45,964 miles

Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 37,967 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 29,573 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 29,541 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 29,421 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 29,421 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 28,040 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 26,179 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 25,563 miles

rear tyre perishing on sidewalls

Pass 20 Sep 2014 24,979 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 22,411 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 21,085 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 21,085 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,345 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 15,546 miles

bike has been lowered on suspension

repair to front tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2008 13,870 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 11,015 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 11,001 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 10,756 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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K382 WKJ is a 2004 Honda CB400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 17,899 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 CB400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K382 WKJ, 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 22 years old, this Honda CB400 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K382 WKJ registered?

K382 WKJ is a 2004 Honda CB400, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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