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B117 VWT

1985 Honda CBX750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,676 mi
Last recorded15,676 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda CBX75037,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB117 VWT
MakeHonda
ModelCBX750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 15,676 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 15,539 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 15,505 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 15,257 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 14,832 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 14,578 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,243 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 13,777 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 12,809 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 11,626 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 11,474 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2012 11,462 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 11,352 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBX750?

Based on 3,696 MOT tests across 646 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
363
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
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B117 VWT is a 1985 Honda CBX750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1985 Honda CBX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 37,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBX750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B117 VWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda CBX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B117 VWT registered?

B117 VWT is a 1985 Honda CBX750, first registered on 24 May 1985.

Is B117 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B117 VWT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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