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M559 LNL

1998 Honda 400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,801 mi
Last recorded46,801 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda 40035,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM559 LNL
MakeHonda
Model400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 46,801 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2025 46,801 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 44,966 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2021 43,579 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 42,152 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 41,755 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 39,738 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 39,738 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 35,746 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 34,293 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 31,100 miles

How Reliable is the Honda 400?

Based on 1,546 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Headlamp aim too low 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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M559 LNL is a 1998 Honda 400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 35,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M559 LNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Honda 400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M559 LNL?

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What year was M559 LNL registered?

M559 LNL is a 1998 Honda 400, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is M559 LNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M559 LNL shows 11 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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