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RRJ 196W

1981 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,832 mi
Last recorded75,832 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 1981 Honda CB400N32,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRJ 196W
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2010 75,832 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 25,604 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 25,603 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 40,878 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 39,807 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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RRJ 196W is a 1981 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 32,088 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RRJ 196W, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RRJ 196W registered?

RRJ 196W is a 1981 Honda CB400N, first registered on 8 June 1981.

Is RRJ 196W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRJ 196W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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