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MER 400P

1976 Honda 400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,715 mi
Last recorded46,715 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 1976 Honda 400/440,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMER 400P
MakeHonda
Model400/4
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 46,715 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2015 46,715 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 46,332 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,598 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 45,592 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 45,067 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 45,067 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda 400/4?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
Horn not working 6
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 5
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MER 400P is a 1976 Honda 400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 Honda 400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 40,953 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 400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MER 400P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda 400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Honda 400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MER 400P?

You can check the full history of MER 400P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MER 400P registered?

MER 400P is a 1976 Honda 400/4, first registered on 30 June 1976.

Is MER 400P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MER 400P shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MER 400P have outstanding finance?

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