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XAL 100S

1978 Honda CB400N

Red Petrol 395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,384 mi
Last recorded67,384 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 1978 Honda CB400N32,673 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 100S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400N
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 67,384 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 67,159 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 66,940 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 66,726 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 66,726 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 66,651 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 66,330 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 66,324 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 65,962 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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XAL 100S is a 1978 Honda CB400N in Red with a 395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB400N models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 32,673 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 XAL 100S, 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 48 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 XAL 100S?

You can check the full history of XAL 100S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XAL 100S registered?

XAL 100S is a 1978 Honda CB400N, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is XAL 100S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAL 100S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAL 100S have outstanding finance?

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