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L792 DAT

1994 Honda CB400

Bronze Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,560 mi
Last recorded7,560 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB40040,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL792 DAT
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1994
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 7,560 miles

Chain guard missing ()

front mud guard missing

Fail 26 Aug 2025 7,548 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

front mud guard missing

Fail 21 Aug 2025 7,531 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached missing (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2024 7,235 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2024 7,235 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 6,027 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 5,721 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 5,697 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible obscured by tail lamp (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 May 2021 5,229 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 5,186 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 4,840 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 4,840 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 4,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 1,636 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 55 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 57,510 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 56,754 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 53,901 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,171 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 41,846 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 40,840 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 35,576 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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L792 DAT is a 1994 Honda CB400 in Bronze with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 40,852 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 L792 DAT, 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 32 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L792 DAT registered?

L792 DAT is a 1994 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L792 DAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L792 DAT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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