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VPK 856Y

1982 Honda CB400N

Black Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,176 mi
Last recorded33,176 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda CB400N35,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPK 856Y
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 33,176 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 33,176 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 27 May 2020 32,531 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 32,462 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2015 32,462 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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VPK 856Y is a 1982 Honda CB400N in Black with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 35,764 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 CB400N fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPK 856Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda CB400N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VPK 856Y?

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What year was VPK 856Y registered?

VPK 856Y is a 1982 Honda CB400N, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is VPK 856Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPK 856Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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