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N743 PWV

1996 Honda CB400

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,432 mi
Last recorded2,432 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB40035,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN743 PWV
MakeHonda
ModelCB400
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 2,432 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 1,556 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 972 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 972 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 55,785 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 55,720 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 53,832 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 51,864 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 48,908 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 45,627 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 43,820 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 43,126 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 43,126 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 41,935 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 40,625 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 39,409 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 37,392 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 33,394 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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N743 PWV is a 1996 Honda CB400 in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N743 PWV, 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 N743 PWV registered?

N743 PWV is a 1996 Honda CB400, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N743 PWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N743 PWV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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