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RVA 754S

1977 Honda CB400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,850 mi
Last recorded22,850 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400/431,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVA 754S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400/4
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 22,850 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 22,848 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 22,842 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 22,695 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 22,642 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 22,632 miles

slight oil leak from front forks

Pass 21 Mar 2016 22,626 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 22,569 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 22,568 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,550 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 22,496 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,477 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,422 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,367 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,291 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,206 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 22,206 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB400/4?

Based on 1,100 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
178
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Footrest insecure 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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RVA 754S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB400/4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 31,118 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB400/4 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVA 754S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB400/4 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Honda CB400/4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RVA 754S registered?

RVA 754S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4, first registered on 31 August 1977.

Is RVA 754S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVA 754S shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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