1993 Honda Cb400f MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Cb400f models manufactured in 1993, based on 41 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1993 Honda Cb400f MOT Analysis
The 1993 Honda Cb400f has an MOT pass rate of 80.5% based on 41 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 31,584 miles on the odometer. With a 19.5% failure rate, the 1993 Cb400f is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1993 Honda Cb400f is Motorcycle steering and suspension, responsible for 7.3% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Motorcycle driving controls is the second most common issue at 4.9%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust follows at 2.4%.
Top failures specific to 1993 models only. The overall Cb400f page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 7.3% | 3 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 4.9% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.4% | 1 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 2.4% | 1 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.4% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.4% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 2.4% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 31,584 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.32 | 7.3% | 3 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.54 | 4.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.77 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.77 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.77 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.77 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.77 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.77 | 2.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1993 Honda Cb400f has an MOT pass rate of 80.5% based on 41 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 31,584 miles on the odometer. With a 19.5% failure rate, the 1993 Cb400f is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1993 Honda Cb400f, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering and suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 31,584 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 7.3% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 7.3% of MOT failures on 1993 Honda Cb400f models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle driving controls — 4.9% of failures
Motorcycle driving controls issues account for 4.9% of MOT failures on 1993 Honda Cb400f models. Motorcycle driving controls issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 1993 Honda Cb400f models. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.