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A873 EAY

1983 Honda CBX1000

Black Petrol 1047cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,931 mi
Last recorded55,931 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 1983 Honda CBX100024,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA873 EAY
MakeHonda
ModelCBX1000
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,047cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 May 2021 55,931 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 55,900 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 55,205 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 53,884 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 53,541 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 53,521 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 52,211 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Apr 2010 52,211 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2009 49,552 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2009 49,552 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 48,100 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2007 47,178 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Honda CBX1000?

Based on 4,828 MOT tests across 847 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
310
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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A873 EAY is a 1983 Honda CBX1000 in Black with a 1,047cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Honda CBX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 24,602 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 CBX1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A873 EAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CBX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A873 EAY registered?

A873 EAY is a 1983 Honda CBX1000, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A873 EAY safe to buy?

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