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VGP 79R

1977 Honda CB400/4

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,155 mi
Last recorded58,155 miles
Recorded on4 May 2006
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400/431,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGP 79R
MakeHonda
ModelCB400/4
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2006 58,155 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 58,155 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Horn control not readily accesible. (1.7.2a)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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VGP 79R is a 1977 Honda CB400/4 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VGP 79R, 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 VGP 79R registered?

VGP 79R is a 1977 Honda CB400/4, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is VGP 79R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGP 79R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGP 79R have outstanding finance?

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