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KGC 981Y

1982 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

81,440 mi
Last recorded81,440 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda CB400N35,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGC 981Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 81,440 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 81,185 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 81,016 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 80,763 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 80,478 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 80,086 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 79,769 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 79,769 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 79,576 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 79,216 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 79,216 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 78,723 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 78,723 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 77,818 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 76,730 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 76,347 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 76,347 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 75,266 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 75,251 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 73,963 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 73,963 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 72,760 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 72,760 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 71,595 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 70,444 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 68,796 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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KGC 981Y is a 1982 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 35,764 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 KGC 981Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGC 981Y registered?

KGC 981Y is a 1982 Honda CB400N, first registered on 10 August 1982.

Is KGC 981Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGC 981Y shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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