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KNV 861Y

1983 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,181 mi
Last recorded25,181 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda CB400N36,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNV 861Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 25,181 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 25,098 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 24,171 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 16,649 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 15 Mar 2017 16,621 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 12,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2016 12,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 12,162 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 12,128 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 12,103 miles

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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KNV 861Y is a 1983 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 36,026 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 KNV 861Y, 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 43 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 KNV 861Y registered?

KNV 861Y is a 1983 Honda CB400N, first registered on 16 May 1983.

Is KNV 861Y safe to buy?

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