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UKY 16Y

1983 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,160 mi
Last recorded64,160 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Honda CB400N36,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKY 16Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 64,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

throttle slightly stiff in operation

Pass 7 Apr 2022 64,137 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 64,113 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 64,094 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear damping slightly reduced

Pass 27 Mar 2019 64,040 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 63,805 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 63,550 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 62,161 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2015 62,161 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2014 61,641 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 60,713 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 59,200 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 59,190 miles

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 58,997 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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UKY 16Y is a 1983 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 36,026 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 UKY 16Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UKY 16Y registered?

UKY 16Y is a 1983 Honda CB400N, first registered on 1 April 1983.

Is UKY 16Y safe to buy?

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