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N559 FKJ

2002 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

44,997 mi
Last recorded44,997 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB400N29,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN559 FKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 44,997 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 41,477 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 39,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 39,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 38,997 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake disc bobbins worn

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

clutch cable slight foul on full lock

Pass 3 Sep 2022 37,802 miles

Clutch cable binds slightly on full lock.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front disc brake bobbins worn.

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2022 37,802 miles

Clutch cable binds slightly on full lock.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front disc brake bobbins worn.

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 33,680 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Clutch cable binds very slightly when steering is on full left lock

Nearside Position lamp switch slightly loose (4.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front brake lever notchy/stiff in operation

Rear Stop lamp insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 27,905 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 27,905 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking brake fliud cap leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2019 27,818 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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N559 FKJ is a 2002 Honda CB400N in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 29,374 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 N559 FKJ, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB400N is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was N559 FKJ registered?

N559 FKJ is a 2002 Honda CB400N, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is N559 FKJ safe to buy?

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