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N653 OGH

1996 Honda CB400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,688 mi
Last recorded35,688 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB40035,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN653 OGH
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 35,688 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 33,796 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 33,760 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 32,881 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,689 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,821 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,866 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,701 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 28,186 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 26,509 miles

Centre Front Lower Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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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N653 OGH is a 1996 Honda CB400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 35,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N653 OGH, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N653 OGH registered?

N653 OGH is a 1996 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N653 OGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N653 OGH shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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