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YMB 850S

1977 Honda CB400/4

Red Petrol 408cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,955 mi
Last recorded33,955 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
Typical for 1977 Honda CB400/431,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMB 850S
MakeHonda
ModelCB400/4
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine408cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2012 33,955 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 33,480 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2008 33,468 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 33,204 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 33,007 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 33,007 miles

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

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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YMB 850S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4 in Red with a 408cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YMB 850S, 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

How do I check the history of YMB 850S?

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What year was YMB 850S registered?

YMB 850S is a 1977 Honda CB400/4, first registered on 9 August 1977.

Is YMB 850S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMB 850S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YMB 850S have outstanding finance?

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